SAP Code Vulnerability Analyzer (SAP CVA)

Name: leverX Company
Brand: LeverX
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Ensure your ABAP code is secure and compliant before deployment.

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Custom ABAP code development opens many opportunities to modernize and customize your SAP system. Yet, setting your code live without proper security tests may appear way too costly. Code insecurities often lead to sensitive data leaks and system vulnerabilities, which result in business lags, reputational problems, and partnership and customer losses. So, having your code examined is vital for uninterrupted operations and overall business success.

SAP Code Vulnerability Analyzer (SAP CVA) is a static code analysis tool that scans custom ABAP code for security vulnerabilities and helps identify and fix security issues at the earliest stage of the development lifecycle. SAP CVA scans the ABAP code, without executing it, and highlights areas of possible risks and security breaches. This allows IT teams to fix the issues and prevent them from sneaking into release versions.

As an SAP Gold Partner and Strategic Supplier, LeverX offers expert guidance and services to help your business set up the SAP CVA solution and properly configure it for your development needs, smoothly running ABAP code, and data security.

Early detection of security flaws

SAP CVA makes it possible to detect code vulnerabilities at the earliest stages of development, preventing future business disruptions and security breaches.

Reduced false positives

Timely detection of ABAP code issues helps prevent false positives, reducing the risks of fraudulent operations and reputational and financial losses they cause.

Compliance and governance

SAP Code Vulnerability Analyzer helps organizations enforce secure coding standards and meet international and industry-specific compliance requirements.

Cost management and risk reduction

SAP CVA enables the fixing of vulnerabilities and the identification and resolution of security flaws during development, which is significantly cheaper than post-deployment fixes and recoveries from data leaks.

Reporting and transparency

With SAP CVA, developers can easily generate customizable reports on identified vulnerabilities and categorize them by severity and type, which helps streamline security audits and reviews.

Integration with SAP solutions

Integrated with ABAP Test Cockpit, SAP CVA allows your dev teams to run uninterrupted vulnerability scans right within their existing workflows with no need for external tools.

ABAP source Code

Custom-developed ABAP programs
Function modules, classes, and methods
Reports and includes

ABAP Web Dynpro applications

UI components and event handlers
Input validation logic

Business add-ins (BAdIs) and user exits

Custom enhancements and extensions
Code written within SAP enhancement frameworks

Forms and scripts

Smart Forms and SAPscript code logic
Handling of dynamic data and input/output operations

Data access code

SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE statements
Dynamic SQL and Open SQL commands

Authorization logic

Authority-check statements
Custom role validations and permission checks

Remote function calls (RFCs)

Code interaction with external systems
Parameter validation and data handling in RFC-enabled function modules

Dynamic programming constructs

EXECUTE, ASSIGN, and CALL METHOD statements
Code using dynamic code execution or variable manipulation

Interfaces and API calls

Code interacting with SAP or third-party APIs
Validation of inputs and outputs in data interfaces

Persistent and temporary data handling

File handling logic (OPEN DATASET, etc.)
Use of temporary tables and memory management

Static code analysis

Examines the source code without executing it
Identifies vulnerabilities like SQL injection, XSS, and hardcoded credentials

Data flow analysis

Tracks how data moves through the code
Detects insecure handling of user input or sensitive data
Helps identify injection points and tainted data paths

Control flow analysis

Analyzes the code’s execution paths
Identifies logic errors or bypasses in authorization checks

Pattern matching

Uses predefined vulnerability patterns (e.g., risky function calls)
Flags code that matches known insecure coding practices

Context-sensitive analysis

Considers the context in which a statement is used
Avoids false positives by understanding the surrounding code logic

Interprocedural analysis

Analyzes across multiple methods, functions, and programs
Detects vulnerabilities that span across several code modules

Semantic analysis

Understands the meaning and intent behind code statements
Validates whether authorization and input checks are logically sound

Authorization check analysis

Verifies the presence and correctness of AUTHORITY-CHECK statements
Ensures proper role-based access control is implemented

Rule-based analysis

Uses SAP-defined and custom security rules to guide scanning
Can be extended or tailored to organizational security policies

Integration with ATC (ABAP Test Cockpit)

Leverages ATC’s infrastructure for code checks
Enables standardized, centralized security validation across projects

How We Can Help

We offer a comprehensive spectrum of services to help you fully leverage SAP Code Vulnerability Analyzer as part of your SAP development security strategy.

Implementation and configuration

LeverX experts can help you activate and configure SAP CVA in SAP NetWeaver or SAP BTP ABAP Environment, as well as integrate it with ABAP Test Cockpit or any custom ABAP security check variant.

Code scan and vulnerability assessment

We are ready to guide you through detailed technical and executive reports and risk-mapping dashboards aligned with business-critical processes and compliance standards.

Result interpretation and remediation support

Our experts are here 24/7 to provide you with explanations of security issues and their business impact, as well as actionable remediation recommendations and hands-on support.

Developer enablement and training

At LeverX, we can hold security training workshops for your ABAP developers and architects and provide coaching on Security by Design principles in SAP development.

Integration with SAP Security architecture

We can integrate SAP CVA into SAP GRC, SAP Enterprise Threat Detection, and Converged Cloud Security, aligning CVA checks with SAP Security Baseline standards.

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Industries We Serve

Leveraging our experience with SAP together with diverse industrial expertise, we’ll help you select solutions that will drive meaningful, long-term value for your company.

Automotive

Industrial Manufacturing

Transportation & Logistics

Pharmaceuticals & Life Science

Why LeverX?

Proven track record

For over 20 years, we have helped businesses worldwide succeed with SAP. We’ve already completed 950+ projects for over 800 clients, including top names on the Fortune 500 list.

Industry experts

The LeverX team comprises professionals with hands-on knowledge in 30+ industries, including manufacturing, logistics, and oil  and gas.

SAP partnership

We implement SAP projects end-to-end  and collaborate with SAP on the development and enhancement of its existing solutions.

Quality and security

LeverX operates in compliance with international standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 22301, and ISO 55001, ensuring reliability and quality in every project.

Investment in innovation

We actively integrate advanced technologies, such as Data Science, IoT, AI, Big Data, Blockchain, and others, to help clients efficiently address their business challenges.

Flexibility

Our team is available 24/7, which enables us to quickly deploy projects, maintain process transparency, and adapt each development phase to meet your specific requirements.

Activating CVA

Start by ensuring your SAP system has the right software version and tools in place. Activate security checks in the system settings and decide what types of issues the system should identify. Set up the tool to run checks either manually or on a schedule.

Running a Code Scan

Launch a code scan using SAP’s built-in tools or through your development environment. Choose which parts of the code to check and use the security-focused settings. Scans can also be automated to run during code updates.

Interpreting & Analyzing Results

After scanning, results are grouped by issue type like XSS or hardcoded passwords. Each result shows where the issue is, how serious it is, and how to fix it. This helps teams prioritize and act on vulnerabilities quickly.

Fixing Vulnerabilities

Use SAP’s security guidelines to fix identified issues — like using safe coding methods and removing hardcoded credentials. Encourage secure coding habits early in development and Include security reviews as part of your standard process.

Re-Scanning

Run the scan again after fixes to confirm everything was resolved. Compare the new results with earlier ones to track progress. Keep a log of findings to spot recurring problems and improve code quality over time.

FAQ

Is SAP CVA included in my SAP license by default, or do I need to buy it separately?

By default, SAP CVA is included in SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP 7.02 and above. So, no separate license purchase is required. Still, you may need additional setup or roles for advanced features, depending on your system configuration.

What types of security issues does SAP CVA detect?

SAP Code Vulnerability Analyzer detects a wide range of code-level vulnerabilities:

SQL injections
Cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks
Missing or improper authorization checks
Dangerous file system access
Hardcoded credentials and sensitive data leaks

Which SAP systems are compatible with CVA?

SAP CVA is compatible with the following SAP systems:

SAP NetWeaver AS ABAP 7.02+ (on-premise)
SAP S/4HANA (all releases with embedded NetWeaver)
SAP BTP ABAP Environment (for cloud-native development)

Can SAP CVA be integrated into DevOps or CI/CD pipelines?

Yes, SAP CVA runs as part of ABAP Test Cockpit (ATC), which can be triggered automatically in CI/CD pipelines, allowing you to incorporate ABAP security checks right into your software development lifecycle.

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An expert will reach out to you to discuss your specific migration needs and requirements.
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We'll sign an NDA to ensure any sensitive information is kept secure and confidential.
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We'll work with you to prepare a customized proposal based on the project's scope, timeline, and budget.

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SAP Code Vulnerability Analyzer (SAP CVA)

How Your Business Benefits from SAP CVA

Key Features of SAP Code Vulnerability Analyzer

Static code analysis

Technical Capabilities of SAP Code Vulnerability Analyzer

What can be scanned?

ABAP source Code

ABAP Web Dynpro applications

Business add-ins (BAdIs) and user exits

Forms and scripts

Data access code

Authorization logic

Remote function calls (RFCs)

Dynamic programming constructs

Interfaces and API calls

Persistent and temporary data handling

Analysis techniques

Static code analysis

Data flow analysis

Control flow analysis

Pattern matching

Context-sensitive analysis

Interprocedural analysis

Semantic analysis

Authorization check analysis

Rule-based analysis

Integration with ATC (ABAP Test Cockpit)

How We Can Help

Industries We Serve

Why LeverX?

Proven track record

Industry experts

SAP partnership

Quality and security

Investment in innovation

Flexibility

SAP CVA Implementation and Usage Plan

Activating CVA

Running a Code Scan

Interpreting & Analyzing Results

Fixing Vulnerabilities

Re-Scanning

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