#VU68497 Authorization bypass through user-controlled key in Orion Platform - CVE-2022-36966

Vulnerability identifier: #VU68497

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.2 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-36966

CWE-ID: CWE-639

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Orion Platform
Server applications / Remote management servers, RDP, SSH

Vendor: SolarWinds

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to missing permission checks. A remote user with Node Management rights can view and edit all nodes due to Insufficient control on URL parameter.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Orion Platform: 2020.2 HF 1 - 2022.3

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External links
https://www.solarwinds.com/trust-center/security-advisories/cve-2022-36966

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated privileged user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.