CVE-2022-29612 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2022-29612 impacting SAP NetWeaver, ABAP Platform, and SAP Host Agent versions, allowing attackers to retrieve sensitive information and affecting application confidentiality. Take necessary steps to prevent exploitation.
A detailed overview of CVE-2022-29612 affecting SAP NetWeaver, ABAP Platform, and SAP Host Agent by SAP SE.
Understanding CVE-2022-29612
This CVE impacts various versions of SAP NetWeaver, ABAP Platform, and SAP Host Agent, allowing authenticated users to misuse a function and retrieve restricted information.
What is CVE-2022-29612?
SAP NetWeaver, ABAP Platform, and SAP Host Agent versions KERNEL 7.22, 7.49, 7.53, 7.77, 7.81, 7.85, 7.86, 7.87, 7.88, 8.04, KRNL64NUC 7.22, 7.22EXT, 7.49, KRNL64UC 7.22, 7.22EXT, 7.49, 7.53, 8.04, SAPHOSTAGENT 7.22 are affected. This vulnerability enables attackers to retrieve technical information, impacting application confidentiality.
The Impact of CVE-2022-29612
The exploitation of this vulnerability allows malicious users to access sensitive data like system numbers and physical addresses, leading to a limited impact on application confidentiality.
Technical Details of CVE-2022-29612
This section provides insights into the vulnerability, affected systems, and the exploitation mechanism.
Vulnerability Description
The flaw enables authenticated users to misuse a function in SAPControl web functionality, specifically 'startservice' in Kernel, resulting in the retrieval of restricted data.
Affected Systems and Versions
SAP NetWeaver, ABAP Platform, and SAP Host Agent versions KERNEL 7.22, 7.49, 7.53, 7.77, 7.81, 7.85, 7.86, 7.87, 7.88, 8.04, KRNL64NUC 7.22, 7.22EXT, 7.49, KRNL64UC 7.22, 7.22EXT, 7.49, 7.53, 8.04, SAPHOSTAGENT 7.22 are impacted.
Exploitation Mechanism
Upon successful exploitation, an attacker can gain access to technical information, such as system details and physical addresses, which are usually restricted.
Mitigation and Prevention
Here are the steps to take to mitigate the risks posed by CVE-2022-29612.
Immediate Steps to Take
Ensure that systems running affected versions of SAP NetWeaver, ABAP Platform, and SAP Host Agent are monitored closely for any unauthorized activities.
Long-Term Security Practices
Implement robust access control mechanisms, conduct regular security audits, and educate users on best security practices to enhance overall system security.
Patching and Updates
Apply the latest security patches provided by SAP to address the vulnerability and prevent potential exploitation.