CVE-2025-40554
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 58.45%
Last modified
CVE-2025-40554 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. SolarWinds Web Help Desk was found to be susceptible to an authentication bypass vulnerability that, if exploited, could allow an attacker to invoke specific actions within Web Help Desk.. EPSS estimates a 58.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
SolarWinds Web Help Desk was found to be susceptible to an authentication bypass vulnerability that, if exploited, could allow an attacker to invoke specific actions within Web Help Desk.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Solarwinds | Web Help Desk | < 2026.1 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-40554?
SolarWinds Web Help Desk was found to be susceptible to an authentication bypass vulnerability that, if exploited, could allow an attacker to invoke specific actions within Web Help Desk.
How severe is CVE-2025-40554?
CVE-2025-40554 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 58.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-40554?
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.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
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