PT-2026-66511 · Solarwinds · Web Help Desk
CVSS v3.1
9.8
Critical
| Vector | AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H |
Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions
SolarWinds Web Help Desk (affected versions not specified)
Description
An authentication bypass exists when the SAML 2.0 authentication method is enabled. The application treats SAML signature verification as optional and skips required validation steps, allowing an attacker to forge an arbitrary SAML assertion to achieve full session takeover without credentials. This is achieved via a single crafted POST request to the SAML assertion consumer service endpoint.
Recommendations
Apply the available patch immediately.
As a temporary workaround, disable SAML SSO and use local authentication.
Review authentication logs for unexpected SSO-authenticated sessions, specifically for service or admin accounts.
Fix
Improper Authentication
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Affected Products
Web Help Desk