SAP DB Web Database Manager generates predictable session IDs
| sapdb-manager-sessionid-predictable (13774) |  Medium Risk |
Description:
SAP DB could allow an attacker to obtain sensitive information. The Web Database Manager in SAP DB stores session IDs in the URL instead of a cookie. This results in the generation of predictable random session IDs.
Consequences:
Other
Remedy:
Upgrade to the latest version of SAP DB (7.4.03.30 or later), available from the SAP DB Web site. See References.
References:
- @stake, Inc. Security Advisory a111703: Multiple Issues with SAP DB Web-tools.
- SAP DB Web site: SAP DB - The FREE Enterprise Open Source Database.
- CVE-2003-0945: The Web Database Manager in web-tools for SAP DB before 7.4.03.30 generates predictable session IDs, which allows remote attackers to conduct unauthorized activities.
Platforms Affected:
- SAP AG SAP DB prior to 7.4.03.30
Reported:
Nov 17, 2003
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