#VU122152 Improper access control in Web Help Desk - CVE-2025-40536

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#VU122152 Improper access control in Web Help Desk - CVE-2025-40536

Published: January 30, 2026 / Updated: February 13, 2026


Vulnerability identifier: #VU122152
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:A/U:Amber
CVE-ID: CVE-2025-40536
CWE-ID: CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability: The vulnerability is being exploited in the wild
Vulnerable software:
Web Help Desk
Software vendor:
SolarWinds

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote non-authenticated attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and under certain circumstances gain unauthorized access to the application, leading to application compromise. 


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

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