CVE-2021-27606

CVE-2021-27606 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sap Netweaver As Abap with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-125.

Key facts

Description

SAP NetWeaver ABAP Server and ABAP Platform (Enqueue Server), versions - KRNL32NUC - 7.22,7.22EXT, KRNL64NUC - 7.22,7.22EXT,7.49, KRNL64UC - 8.04,7.22,7.22EXT,7.49,7.53,7.73, KERNEL - 7.22,8.04,7.49,7.53,7.73, allows an unauthenticated attacker without specific knowledge of the system to send a specially crafted packet over a network which will trigger an internal error in the system due to improper input validation in method EncOAMParamStore() causing the system to crash and rendering it unavailable. In this attack, no data in the system can be viewed or modified.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-27606?
SAP NetWeaver ABAP Server and ABAP Platform (Enqueue Server), versions - KRNL32NUC - 7.22,7.22EXT, KRNL64NUC - 7.22,7.22EXT,7.49, KRNL64UC - 8.04,7.22,7.22EXT,7.49,7.53,7.73, KERNEL - 7.22,8.04,7.49,7.53,7.73, allows an unauthenticated attacker without specific knowledge of the system to send a specially crafted packet over a network which will trigger an internal error in the system due to improper input validation in method EncOAMParamStore() causing the system to crash and rendering it unavailable. In this attack, no data in the system can be viewed or modified.
How severe is CVE-2021-27606?
CVE-2021-27606 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2021-27606 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (71st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-27606?
CVE-2021-27606 primarily affects Sap Netweaver As Abap. In total, 20 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-27606?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2021-27606 published?
CVE-2021-27606 was published on 2021-06-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

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Affected products (20)

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