CVE-2025-40536
HIGH Actively ExploitedSolarWinds Web Help Desk Security Control Bypass Vulnerability
CVSS v3
8.1
HIGH
EPSS Score
68.9%
exploit probability
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
active
SSVC status
Description
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.
Technical Details
- CVSS v3 Vector
- 3.1
- Published
- 1/28/2026
- Last Modified
- 2/13/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-40536?
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.
Is CVE-2025-40536 actively exploited?
Yes. CVE-2025-40536 has been observed in active exploitation according to SSVC analysis.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2025-40536?
CVE-2025-40536 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.1 (HIGH severity), with vector string 3.1.
Is CVE-2025-40536 affecting your environment?
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