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Popular Among Your Peers: S/4HANA Migration: What You Need to Know

SAP hopes to transition everyone off the legacy ERP platforms, with end support likely slated for 2025. So as you ponder this move and start planning that SAP S/4HANA migration, let this expert guide help you identify which deployment option would be best for you, how to get your infrastructure ready now for the migration, and much more.

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SAP security News

February 17, 2020 17 Feb'20
Take care of data before SAP S/4HANA migration

In this Q&A, Rajesh Rengarethinam of ERP security vendor Appsian discusses why reviewing data security and business processes are important when planning a move to SAP S/4HANA.
July 31, 2018 31 Jul'18
Report: ERP security is weak, vulnerable and under attack

ERP security is in trouble, according to a new report. Many ERP systems connected to the internet are insecure, and users are lagging in installing updates.
January 12, 2011 12 Jan'11
SAP acquires security software capabilities from Swiss firm

SAP’s acquisition of Secude means that users will no longer have to go to third-party vendors for secure login and enterprise sign-on capabilities.
December 15, 2010 15 Dec'10
BusinessObjects security flaw left users vulnerable to attack

SAP says it has addressed a flaw within BusinessObjects that hackers could have used to gain control of the application.

SAP security Get Started

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SAP Single Sign On

SAP Single Sign On is a security product from SAP that allows users to have secure access to SAP and non-SAP applications with a single password. Continue Reading
SAP security: Special Report

Security is an increasingly important consideration for SAP customers and professionals. This SearchSAP.com Special Report provides the latest news, analysis and tips on SAP-related security issues. Continue Reading
8. What happens when a user is denied authorization in SAP?

Learn the response to the eighth question in SearchSAP.com's exclusive security quiz. Read the answer and more detailed information. Continue Reading

Evaluate SAP security Vendors & Products

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

Patch early, patch often to manage SAP exploit

In this Q&A, Onapsis CEO Mariano Nunez and SAP security head Tim McKnight discuss the recent SAP security system threat and what companies can do to protect systems and data. Continue Reading
Vendors access to production data

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Manage SAP security

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

Understand and fight potential SAP exploits

Without taking the right steps to secure SAP systems, you're creating vulnerabilities for potential exploits. Here's a look at critical information you need. Continue Reading
New Onapsis service helps uncover SAP security issues

Security firm Onapsis released its Business Risk Illustration, which helps companies assess and deal with SAP security vulnerabilities, such as the 10KBLAZE exploit. Continue Reading
Fight SAP cybersecurity risks with patches, research

No system, not even SAP ERP, is immune to security risks -- more than 400 SAP vulnerabilities have been identified. Here are tips for battling threats to SAP cybersecurity. Continue Reading

Problem Solve SAP security Issues

We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.

SAP security risks need more attention, but patching is a challenge

SAP organizations are more vulnerable than ever, as hackers are increasingly targeting ERP systems. Experts warn SAP customers to implement security patches early and often. Continue Reading
How can effective SAP License Management lead to costs savings?

SAP licenses can be a huge expense, but there are ways for enterprises to reduce licensing costs and ensure a better ROI on SAP investments. Continue Reading
Granting user access to cost centers through SAP authorization objects

A SearchSAP.com reader wants to know how to grant a user access to cost centers, as well as access to one cost element across all cost centers. Continue Reading