Security Control Bypass in SolarWinds Web Help Desk
CVE-2025-40536

8.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Solarwinds
Status
Web Help Desk
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 January 2026

What is CVE-2025-40536?

SolarWinds Web Help Desk is vulnerable to a security control bypass that enables an unauthenticated attacker to access restricted functionalities. If exploited, this flaw could compromise the integrity of the system, potentially allowing malicious actions without proper authentication. Addressing this vulnerability promptly is crucial for maintaining system security and protecting sensitive information.

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Affected Version(s)

Web Help Desk 12.8.8 HF1 and below

References

https://www.solarwinds.com/trust-center/security-advisori...
vendor-advisorypatch
https://documentation.solarwinds.com/en/success_center/wh...
release-notes

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Jimi Sebree working with Horizon3.ai
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