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CVE-2018-2402

7.6 · HIGH

In systems using the optional capture & replay functionality of SAP HANA, 1.00 and 2.00, (see SAP Note 2362820 for more information about capture & replay), user credentials may be stored in clear…

Published Mar 14, 2018CWE-200EPSS 1.49%

Overview

CVE-2018-2402 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 14, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.6 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.6, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

Technical description

In systems using the optional capture & replay functionality of SAP HANA, 1.00 and 2.00, (see SAP Note 2362820 for more information about capture & replay), user credentials may be stored in clear text in the indexserver trace files of the control system. An attacker with the required authorizations on the control system may be able to access the user credentials and gain unauthorized access to data in the captured or target system.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. 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.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2018-2402?

CVE-2018-2402 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on March 14, 2018 and has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.6 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2018-2402?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.0 base score of 7.6, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. Some level of privileges is required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2018-2402?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. 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.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2018-2402?

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