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CVE-2025-40536

HIGH CVSS 3.1: 8.1 EPSS 66.5% ACTIVE EXPLOIT
Updated Jan 28, 2026
SolarWinds

CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability (KEV)

This vulnerability is actively exploited in the wild. Immediate patching is strongly recommended.

Due Date: Feb 15, 2026

Parameter Value
CVSS 8.1 (HIGH)
Type CWE-693
Vendor SolarWinds
Public PoC Yes

SolarWinds Web Help Desk was found to be susceptible to a security control bypass vulnerability that if exploited, could allow an unauthenticated attacker to gain access to certain restricted functionality.

Attack Parameters

Attack Vector
Network
Can be exploited remotely
Attack Complexity
High
Difficult to exploit
Privileges Required
None
No privileges needed
User Interaction
None
No user interaction needed

Impact Assessment

Confidentiality
High
Complete data leak
Integrity
High
Complete data modification
Availability
High
Complete denial of service

CVSS Vector v3.1

Weakness Type (CWE)