CVE-2025-40536 — SolarWinds Web Help Desk Security Control Bypass Vulnerability
2026-02-12 • CISA Known Exploited Vulnerability
[event] SolarWinds Web Help Desk contains a security control bypass vulnerability that could allow an unauthenticated attacker to gain access to certain restricted functionality.
> AFFECTED SOFTWARE
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Vendor | SolarWinds |
| Product | Web Help Desk |
| CWE | CWE-693 |
| CVE ID | CVE-2025-40536 |
| Date Added | 2026-02-12 |
| Due Date | 2026-02-15 |
| Ransomware Campaign | Unknown |
> MITIGATION
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Due Date: 2026-02-15