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CVE-2026-40128: CWE-35: Path Traversal in SAP_SE SAP NetWeaver Application Server Java (Web Container)

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Critical
VulnerabilityCVE-2026-40128cvecve-2026-40128cwe-35
Published: 06/09/2026 (06/09/2026, 00:20:14 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: SAP_SE
Product: SAP NetWeaver Application Server Java (Web Container)

Description

CVE-2026-40128 is a critical path traversal vulnerability in SAP NetWeaver Application Server Java (Web Container). It allows an unauthenticated attacker to craft a malicious HTTP logon request that manipulates file inclusion parameters. This manipulation enables the attacker to traverse directories and process arbitrary files on the local system. Successful exploitation could lead to viewing or modifying sensitive information or causing denial of service by making parts of the system unavailable.

CVSS v3.1

Score 9.0critical

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
High
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
None
Scope
Changed
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
High
Availability
High
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 06/16/2026, 08:16:52 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability in SAP NetWeaver Application Server Java (Web Container) involves improper handling of file inclusion parameters in HTTP logon requests. An unauthenticated attacker can exploit this to perform path traversal, allowing access to files outside the intended directory scope. The attacker can cause confidentiality, integrity, and availability impacts by viewing or modifying sensitive files or disrupting system functionality. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 9.0, reflecting network attack vector, high complexity, no privileges or user interaction required, and complete impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or official remediation level is currently documented, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.

Potential Impact

The vulnerability enables an unauthenticated remote attacker to perform path traversal and include arbitrary files on the affected system. This can lead to disclosure of sensitive information, unauthorized modification of data, and denial of service conditions affecting system availability. The severity is critical due to the broad impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability without requiring authentication or user interaction.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official fix or remediation level is documented, organizations should monitor SAP security advisories closely for updates. Until a patch is available, consider restricting access to the affected SAP NetWeaver Application Server Java Web Container and applying compensating controls to limit exposure.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
sap
Date Reserved
2026-04-09T17:29:44.662Z
Cvss Version
3.1
State
PUBLISHED
Remediation Level
null

Threat ID: 6a2769ece29bf47b50f67261

Added to database: 06/09/2026, 01:18:36 UTC

Last enriched: 06/16/2026, 08:16:52 UTC

Last updated: 07/31/2026, 19:22:58 UTC

Views: 150

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