CVE-2024-45711

Name: CVE-2024-45711
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-10-16T08:15:06.69+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 6.33%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2024-45711 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. SolarWinds Serv-U is vulnerable to a directory traversal vulnerability where remote code execution is possible depending on privileges given to the authenticated user. This issue requires a user to be authenticated and this is present when software environment variables are abused. EPSS estimates a 6.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

SolarWinds Serv-U is vulnerable to a directory traversal vulnerability where remote code execution is possible depending on privileges given to the authenticated user. This issue requires a user to be authenticated and this is present when software environment variables are abused. Authentication is required for this vulnerability

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

6.33%

92.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-22

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Solarwinds	Serv-U	< 15.5

References

https://www.solarwinds.com/trust-center/security-advisories/CVE-2024-45711Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 16, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Analyzed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-45711?

How severe is CVE-2024-45711?

CVE-2024-45711 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 6.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2024-45711?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2024-45711?

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Source: NVD / NIST