CVE-2023-40623

Name: CVE-2023-40623
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2023-09-12T03:15:13.003+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.37%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-40623 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. SAP BusinessObjects Suite Installer - version 420, 430, allows an attacker within the network to create a directory under temporary directory and link it to a directory with operating system files. On successful exploitation the attacker can delete all the operating system files causing a limited impact on integrity and completely compromising the availability of the system. . EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

SAP BusinessObjects Suite Installer - version 420, 430, allows an attacker within the network to create a directory under temporary directory and link it to a directory with operating system files. On successful exploitation the attacker can delete all the operating system files causing a limited impact on integrity and completely compromising the availability of the system.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.1/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:H

EPSS Probability

0.37%

29.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-1386

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Sap	Businessobjects	420
Sap	Businessobjects	430

References

https://me.sap.com/notes/3317702Permissions Required
https://www.sap.com/documents/2022/02/fa865ea4-167e-0010-bca6-c68f7e60039b.htmlVendor Advisory
https://me.sap.com/notes/3317702Permissions Required
https://www.sap.com/documents/2022/02/fa865ea4-167e-0010-bca6-c68f7e60039b.htmlVendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 12, 2023
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-40623?

How severe is CVE-2023-40623?

CVE-2023-40623 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-40623?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2023-40623?

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Source: NVD / NIST