CVE-2025-40548
Critical
Description
A missing validation process exists in Serv U 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.
SeverityCritical
CVSS9.1
Exploit probability—
Product
Solarwinds Serv-u
PublishedNov 18, 2025
First seenNov 18, 2025
Weakness typeCWE-269Improper privilege management
How to fix
Update
- solarwinds serv-u15.5.3 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| solarwinds serv-u | v < 15.5.3 | 15.5.3 |
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