CVE-2023-37483
CWE-306Published: August 8, 2023· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
SAP PowerDesigner - version 16.7, has improper access control which might allow an unauthenticated attacker to run arbitrary queries against the back-end database via Proxy.
Risk Analysis
SAP PowerDesigner suffers from improper access control that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary database queries via a proxy. This critical flaw has a CVSS score of 9.8 and could lead to unauthorized data access or manipulation.
There is no known public exploit, and the vulnerability is not in the CISA KEV. It is remotely exploitable with low complexity.
Restrict network access to the affected service and apply the latest security updates for PowerDesigner 16.7.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-37483 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-37483 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts