CRITICAL
CVE-2007-1917
NVD-CWE-OtherPublished: April 10, 2007· Updated: Jun 16, 2026
10.0
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Buffer overflow in the SYSTEM_CREATE_INSTANCE function in the SAP RFC Library 6.40 and 7.00 before 20061211 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors. NOTE: This information is based upon a vague initial disclosure. Details will be updated after the grace period has ended.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2007-1917 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.
User Interaction
Scope
Impact
ConfidentialityC
IntegrityC
AvailabilityC
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (14)
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http://secunia.com/advisories/24722Vendor Advisory
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http://secunia.com/advisories/24722Vendor Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2007-1917
CVSS Score10.0 / 10
SeverityCRITICAL
WeaknessNVD-CWE-Other
CISA KEVNo
Affected8 vendor(s)
PublishedApr 10, 2007
Related CVEs (NVD-CWE-Other)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2007-1917 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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