CVE-2017-15295 Missing authorization in n/a

Critical 9.8 Published Updated

Unauthenticated attackers can read, write, or delete files on SAP POS Xpress Server due to missing authentication checks.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2017-15295?

CVE-2017-15295 is a critical missing authorization vulnerability in n/a, published on 16 Oct 2017. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Xpress Server in SAP POS does not require authentication for read/write/delete file access. This is SAP Security Note 2520064.

Weakness: CWE-287

Which versions are affected by CVE-2017-15295?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Sap Point of Sale Xpress Server.

How do I fix CVE-2017-15295?

No fix has been published for CVE-2017-15295 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.

Is CVE-2017-15295 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2017-15295 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-2wr5-76pc-gh2p.

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