Transitioning from Security Bridge to the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP requires preparing your SAP Solution Manager infrastructure. The process involves validating the “Infrastructure Preparation” step within the mandatory configuration of SAP Solution Manager to ensure the environment is fully ready to host the new cybersecurity addon and support the migration.
The Cybersecurity Extension for SAP serves as a direct alternative for SAP vulnerability management, threat detection, and custom code security. Developed by Layer Seven Security, this solution integrates directly into the SAP Solution Manager platform, which is already utilized by over 12,000 SAP customers for application lifecycle management. Because usage rights for Solution Manager are included in SAP support, adopting this extension leverages existing organizational infrastructure.
The transition process requires removing Security Bridge components—including consoles, sensors, users, and addons—from your SAP landscape. This guide focuses on the critical initial step of verifying your infrastructure to ensure the platform is properly configured before proceeding with the full migration. By ensuring that all mandatory configuration steps within Solution Manager are complete and verified, you establish a stable foundation for the new security extension.
Key Takeaways
- The Cybersecurity Extension for SAP is a native addon for SAP Solution Manager.
- Transitioning involves removing all Security Bridge consoles, sensors, users, and addons from the SAP landscape.
- Infrastructure Preparation in the SAP Solution Manager mandatory configuration must be completed before installation.
- ISAGENT installation for Wiley Introscope and CA Introscope is not required for this specific setup.
What is the process for switching to the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP?
The transition process involves replacing Security Bridge components with the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP and ensuring your SAP Solution Manager environment is properly configured. Once the transition is complete, you should remove the Security Bridge consoles and sensors from your SAP landscape, as well as the Security Bridge users and addons in your SAP systems.
How do you prepare the infrastructure for the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP?
You prepare the infrastructure by completing the “Infrastructure Preparation” step in the mandatory configuration of SAP Solution Manager. You can execute transaction SOLMAN_SETUP or navigate to the work center “SAP Solution Manager Configuration – Configuration (All Scenarios)” and select “Infrastructure Preparation” under “Cross Scenario Configuration – Mandatory Configuration.”
Ensure the status of all steps in Infrastructure Preparation is green (completed). If any steps are red or yellow (incomplete), follow the guided procedures to perform the necessary actions. Note that ISAGENT installation for Wiley Introscope and CA Introscope is not required for this configuration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I remove Security Bridge after installing the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP?
Yes, once you have fully transitioned to the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP, you should remove all Security Bridge consoles, sensors, users, and addons from your SAP landscape to ensure a clean environment.
Does the Cybersecurity Extension for SAP require a separate platform?
No, it is an addon for SAP Solution Manager. Solution Manager is a widely used application lifecycle management platform, and usage rights are already included in standard SAP support.
What is the first step in preparing my infrastructure for the extension?
The first step is to verify your SAP Solution Manager setup by executing transaction SOLMAN_SETUP and ensuring that all tasks within the Infrastructure Preparation section of the mandatory configuration are completed.