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CVE-2014-9595

6.5 · MEDIUM

Buffer overflow in the SAP NetWeaver Dispatcher in SAP Kernel 7.00 32-bit and 7.40 64-bit allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service or possibly execute arbitrary code via unspe…

Published Jan 15, 2015sapCWE-119EPSS 2.37%

Overview

CVE-2014-9595 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting sap sap_kernel. It was published on January 15, 2015 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

Buffer overflow in the SAP NetWeaver Dispatcher in SAP Kernel 7.00 32-bit and 7.40 64-bit allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service or possibly execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors, related to the Spool System, aka SAP Note 2061271.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from sap. Update sap_kernel to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-9595?

CVE-2014-9595 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting sap sap_kernel. It was published on January 15, 2015 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2014-9595?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.5, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2014-9595?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from sap. Update sap_kernel to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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