# CVE-2016-6145: The SQL interface in SAP HANA DB 1.00.091.00.1418659308 provides different error messages for failed login attempts depending on whether the

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2016-08-05 · Updated: 2024-08-06

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

The SQL interface in SAP HANA DB 1.00.091.00.1418659308 provides different error messages for failed login attempts depending on whether the username exists and is locked when the detailed_error_on_connect option is not supported or is configured as "False," which allows remote attackers to enumerate database users via a series of login attempts, aka SAP Security Note 2216869.

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## References

- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/92346
- https://www.onapsis.com/blog/onapsis-publishes-15-advisories-sap-hana-and-building-components
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2016/Aug/92
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/138444/SAP-HANA-DB-1.00.091.00.1418659308-Information-Disclosure.html
- https://www.onapsis.com/research/security-advisories/sap-hana-user-information-disclosure

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