CVE-2016-10005 in Solman
Summary
by MITRE
Webdynpro in SAP Solman 7.1 through 7.31 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via webdynpro/dispatcher/sap.com/caf~eu~gp~example~timeoff~wd requests, aka SAP Security Note 2344524.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/10/2019
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2016-10005 affects SAP Solution Manager versions 7.1 through 7.31 and represents a sensitive information disclosure flaw within the WebDynpro component. This issue manifests through specific dispatcher requests targeting the sap.com/caf~eu~gp~example~timeoff~wd endpoint, creating a pathway for remote attackers to access confidential data without authentication. The vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and access control mechanisms within the WebDynpro framework, allowing unauthorized information retrieval from the system's backend components. Security researchers identified this weakness through routine security assessments and analysis of the affected SAP Solution Manager versions, leading to the publication of SAP Security Note 2344524 which provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.
The technical flaw resides in the improper handling of webdynpro requests within the SAP Solution Manager's dispatcher component. When processing requests to the specific timeoff example endpoint, the system fails to properly validate incoming parameters and enforce access controls that would normally restrict data access based on user privileges. This weakness enables attackers to craft malicious requests that bypass normal authentication mechanisms and retrieve sensitive information from the system. The vulnerability operates at the application layer and leverages the inherent trust relationships within the SAP WebDynpro architecture, where legitimate request paths are exploited to access data that should be restricted to authorized users only. The flaw can be categorized under CWE-200, which addresses information exposure, and represents a classic example of insufficient access control in enterprise application frameworks.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple information disclosure, as the sensitive data that can be accessed includes system configuration details, user information, and potentially business-critical data stored within the SAP environment. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to gather intelligence about the target system's structure, user accounts, and internal processes without requiring any legitimate credentials. This reconnaissance capability significantly increases the risk of subsequent attacks, as the leaked information can be used to plan more sophisticated exploitation techniques. The vulnerability affects organizations using SAP Solution Manager 7.1 through 7.31, which represents a substantial portion of enterprise systems that may be exposed to this risk, particularly in environments where proper network segmentation and monitoring controls are not implemented.
Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including applying the relevant SAP security patches and updates provided in SAP Security Note 2344524, which contain the necessary fixes for this vulnerability. Network-level controls should be implemented to restrict access to the affected WebDynpro endpoints, particularly by blocking direct access to the sap.com/caf~eu~gp~example~timeoff~wd paths from untrusted networks. Security monitoring should be enhanced to detect unusual patterns of access to these endpoints, and regular security assessments should be conducted to identify similar vulnerabilities within the SAP ecosystem. Additionally, organizations should review their SAP Solution Manager configurations to ensure proper access controls and input validation are implemented across all WebDynpro applications. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of maintaining up-to-date security patches and implementing defense-in-depth strategies, aligning with ATT&CK technique T1213 for data from information repositories, which emphasizes the need for proper access controls and information protection mechanisms in enterprise environments.