CVE-2025-40547: SolarWinds Serv-U Logic Abuse - Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Nov 18, 2025
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Updated

A logic error vulnerability exists in Serv-U which when abused could give a malicious actor with access to admin privileges the ability to execute code.

This issue requires administrative privileges to abuse. On Windows deployments, the risk is scored as a medium because services frequently run under less-privileged service accounts by default.

Affected Software

2 affected components
SolarWinds Serv-U
SolarWinds Serv-U<15.5.3

Remediation

Information

SolarWinds recommends that customers upgrade to SolarWinds Serv-U 15.5.3 as soon as it becomes available.

Event History

Nov 18, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:35 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:35 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-40547?

The severity of CVE-2025-40547 is considered medium for Windows deployments.

2

How can I fix CVE-2025-40547?

To fix CVE-2025-40547, ensure that you apply the latest patches and updates provided by SolarWinds for Serv-U.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-40547?

CVE-2025-40547 affects users of SolarWinds Serv-U with administrative privileges.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-40547?

CVE-2025-40547 is categorized as a logic error vulnerability.

5

What impact does CVE-2025-40547 have?

Exploitation of CVE-2025-40547 could allow a malicious actor with admin access to execute arbitrary code.

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