Switching from Security Bridge to the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP involves migrating your vulnerability management, threat detection, and custom code security processes to an add-on for SAP Solution Manager. Developed by Layer Seven Security, this extension integrates directly into your existing SAP application lifecycle management platform.
Executive Summary
Transitioning from Security Bridge to the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP allows organizations to leverage their existing investment in SAP Solution Manager. Because the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP is an add-on for Solution Manager—a platform used by over 12,000 SAP customers worldwide—it provides a native approach to SAP vulnerability management, threat detection, and custom code security. This transition involves reviewing your current Solution Manager setup, verifying target system requirements, and eventually decommissioning Security Bridge consoles, sensors, users, and add-ons. By utilizing Solution Manager, which is included in SAP support, organizations can consolidate their security monitoring and diagnostics within their established application lifecycle management framework. This guide focuses on preparing your environment for a smooth migration.
Key Takeaways
- The Cybersecurity Extension for SAP serves as an alternative to Security Bridge for SAP vulnerability management and threat detection.
- The extension is designed as an add-on for SAP Solution Manager, leveraging existing application lifecycle management infrastructure.
- Usage rights for SAP Solution Manager are included in standard SAP support agreements.
- Migration requires verifying that target SAP systems meet specific minimum software version requirements for ABAP, HANA, and Java.
What are the minimum requirements for the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP?
The Cybersecurity Extension for SAP supports monitoring for ABAP, HANA, and Java systems, as well as SAProuter and Web Dispatcher. Before beginning the transition, you must confirm that your target systems meet the following minimum software versions:
| System Type | Minimum Version Requirement |
|---|---|
| ABAP | SAP Basis 7.00, SP00 |
| HANA | Version 1.0, SP08 |
| Java | SAP NetWeaver 7.0 Enhancement Package 1 (7.01) |
Note: All versions of the SAProuter and Web Dispatcher are supported.
How do I prepare my environment for the transition?
Preparation requires a standard setup of SAP Solution Manager to ensure the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP can effectively monitor your landscape. You should review your current Solution Manager configuration to ensure it is optimized for security monitoring and diagnostics. Once the migration is complete, you can safely remove Security Bridge components, including consoles, sensors, users, and any remaining add-ons from your SAP systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP compatible with my current Solution Manager?
Yes, the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP is built as an add-on for SAP Solution Manager. It requires a standard setup of the platform to function, allowing you to centralize your security operations within your existing application lifecycle management environment.
What systems can the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP monitor?
The extension supports monitoring for ABAP, HANA, and Java systems. Additionally, it provides support for SAProuter and Web Dispatcher, regardless of the version being used.
What happens to my Security Bridge components after the switch?
Once you have successfully transitioned to the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP, you can decommission all Security Bridge infrastructure. This includes removing Security Bridge consoles and sensors from your landscape, as well as deleting associated Security Bridge users and add-ons from your SAP systems.