SolarWinds Log and Event Manager Static Credential Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
September 3rd, 2014
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of SolarWinds Log and Event Manager. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the usage of HyperSQL. The issue lies in the usage of static credentials to access the database. A remote attacker can use this vulnerability to execute code under the context of the database.
Additional Details
SolarWinds has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
http://www.solarwinds.com/documentation/lem/docs/releasenotes/releasenotes.htm
Disclosure Timeline
- 2014-02-18 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2014-09-03 - Coordinated public release of advisory
Credit
G. Geshev
