Vulnerability Description
SolarWinds Web Help Desk was found to be susceptible to an authentication bypass vulnerability that, if exploited, could allow an attacker to invoke specific actions within Web Help Desk.
CVSS Score
9.8
CRITICAL
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Solarwinds | Web Help Desk | < 2026.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://documentation.solarwinds.com/en/success_center/whd/content/release_notesRelease Notes
- https://www.solarwinds.com/trust-center/security-advisories/CVE-2025-40554Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-40554?
CVE-2025-40554 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). SolarWinds Web Help Desk was found to be susceptible to an authentication bypass vulnerability that, if exploited, could allow an attacker to invoke specific actions within Web Help Desk.
How severe is CVE-2025-40554?
CVE-2025-40554 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-40554?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Solarwinds Web Help Desk.