CVE-2020-27869: SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor WriteToFile SQL Injection Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Thu Feb 11 2021(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor 2020 HF1, NPM: 2020.2. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the WriteToFile method. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to construct SQL queries. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and reset the password for the Admin user. Was ZDI-CAN-11804.
Credit: zdi-disclosures@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor | ||
| SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor | =2020-hotfix1 | |
| SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor | =2020.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID of this SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID of this SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor vulnerability is CVE-2020-27869.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-27869?
CVE-2020-27869 has a severity rating of 8.8 (Critical).
How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2020-27869?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2020-27869 by escalating privileges on affected installations of SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor 2020 HF1, NPM: 2020.2. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability.
What is the affected software for CVE-2020-27869?
The affected software for CVE-2020-27869 is SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor 2020 HF1, NPM: 2020.2.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-27869?
Yes, it is recommended to update SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor to a version that addresses this vulnerability. Please refer to the vendor's website for the appropriate patches or updates.
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