CVE-2024-28987SolarWindsServers and softwareOctober 15, 2024

SolarWinds Web Help Desk Hardcoded Credential Vulnerability

Critical 9.1Actively exploited

Description

SolarWinds Web Help Desk contains a hardcoded credential vulnerability that could allow a remote, unauthenticated user to access internal functionality and modify data.

What to do

Apply mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.

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Details

Vendor
SolarWinds
Product
SolarWinds Web Help Desk
CVE
CVE-2024-28987
Affected versions
Web Help Desk 12.8: 12.8.3 Hotfix 1 and previous versions (from the advisory and NVD; check the exact builds in the official advisory)
CVSS score
9.1
Actively exploited
Yes, listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog
CISA due date
November 5, 2024 (deadline for US federal agencies: a good benchmark for you too)
Source
CISA KEV – original advisory
Published
October 15, 2024

The description and the recommended action are quoted from the public advisory; severity, exploitation status and affected versions are compiled automatically from public sources and may contain errors. The vendor's original advisory prevails: check it before taking action. This information is provided without warranty and does not replace a professional assessment.

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