SB2021091412 - Arbitrary file upload in SAP NetWeaver



SB2021091412 - Arbitrary file upload in SAP NetWeaver

Published: September 14, 2021 Updated: April 4, 2025

Security Bulletin ID SB2021091412
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Arbitrary file upload (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-38163)

The vulnerability allows a remote user to compromise vulnerable system.

The vulnerability exists due to insufficient validation of file during file upload within the Visual Composer 7.0 RT in SAP NetWeaver. A remote user can upload a malicious file and execute it on the server.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.