ZDI-CAN-14859: SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor SendSyslog Exposed Dangerous Function 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 SendSyslog class. This class allows a crafted user-supplied string to be processed as an SQL statement. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges to the level of an application administrator.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SolarWinds Orion Network Performance Monitor |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-14859?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-14859 is high due to the potential for privilege escalation by authenticated attackers.
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-14859?
ZDI-CAN-14859 affects installations of SolarWinds Network Performance Monitor.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-14859?
To fix ZDI-CAN-14859, apply the latest security updates released by SolarWinds for Network Performance Monitor.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-CAN-14859?
ZDI-CAN-14859 is a privilege escalation vulnerability requiring authentication to exploit.
Can ZDI-CAN-14859 be exploited remotely?
Yes, ZDI-CAN-14859 can be exploited remotely by authenticated attackers.
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