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5.0

SAP Web Services Tool lets attacker use default credentials

CVE-2014-4008 · published 12 years ago
Summary

The SAP Web Services Tool contains built-in usernames and passwords that cannot be changed. Because of this, a remote attacker can log in and access the system without authorization. You should replace the default credentials with strong, unique passwords and apply any available security updates from SAP.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
sap web_services_tool All versions
cpe:2.3:a:sap:web_services_tool:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
SAP Web Services Tool (CA-WUI-WST) has hardcoded credentials, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via unspecified vectors.
SAP Web Services Tool (CA-WUI-WST) has hardcoded credentials, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via unspecified vectors.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
5.0 Medium
Exploitation
1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-255Credentials Management Errors
Timeline
Published9 Jun 2014
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2014-4008 · NVD
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