What is the severity of CVE-2024-45711?

CVE-2024-45711 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2024-45711?

To mitigate CVE-2024-45711, upgrade SolarWinds Serv-U to version 15.5 or later.

What causes CVE-2024-45711?

CVE-2024-45711 is caused by a directory traversal vulnerability that allows the abuse of software environment variables.

Who is affected by CVE-2024-45711?

Any users of SolarWinds Serv-U versions prior to 15.5 with authenticated access are potentially affected by CVE-2024-45711.

Can CVE-2024-45711 lead to data breaches?

Yes, CVE-2024-45711 can lead to data breaches due to the possibility of unauthorized remote code execution.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2024-45711

high

8.8

CWE

16/10/2024

17/10/2024

CVE-2024-45711: SolarWinds Serv-U FTP Service Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Wed Oct 16 2024(Updated: )

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

Credit: psirt@solarwinds.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
SolarWinds Serv-U FTP Server	<15.5

Remedy

All SolarWinds customers are advised to upgrade to the latest version of the SolarWinds Serv-U 15.5.

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Reference Links

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-45711?
CVE-2024-45711 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-45711?
To mitigate CVE-2024-45711, upgrade SolarWinds Serv-U to version 15.5 or later.
What causes CVE-2024-45711?
CVE-2024-45711 is caused by a directory traversal vulnerability that allows the abuse of software environment variables.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-45711?
Any users of SolarWinds Serv-U versions prior to 15.5 with authenticated access are potentially affected by CVE-2024-45711.
Can CVE-2024-45711 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2024-45711 can lead to data breaches due to the possibility of unauthorized remote code execution.

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