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Advisory Published

ZDI-21-064: SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor WriteToFile SQL Injection Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor. 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.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
SolarWinds Orion Network Performance Monitor

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-21-064?

    The ZDI-21-064 vulnerability has a critical severity due to its potential for privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix ZDI-21-064?

    To fix ZDI-21-064, users should apply the latest security patches provided by SolarWinds for Network Performance Monitor.

  • What type of attack does ZDI-21-064 enable?

    ZDI-21-064 enables remote attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations.

  • Is authentication required to exploit ZDI-21-064?

    Yes, ZDI-21-064 requires authentication to exploit the vulnerability.

  • What component does the flaw in ZDI-21-064 affect?

    The specific flaw in ZDI-21-064 affects the WriteToFile method within SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor.

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