Authentication Bypass Vulnerability in SolarWinds Web Help Desk
CVE-2025-40554

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

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

What is CVE-2025-40554?

An authentication bypass vulnerability in SolarWinds Web Help Desk can enable unauthorized users to perform specific actions. This flaw allows attackers to gain access to functionalities that should be restricted, posing a risk to the integrity of the system. It is essential for users to implement available patches and security measures to mitigate potential threats and safeguard their data.

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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:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Piotr Bazydlo working with watchTowr
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