CVE-2014-5504 Hardcoded credentials in n/a

High 7.5 Published 4 Sep 2014 Updated 6 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can use static credentials to access the database and execute arbitrary code in SolarWinds Log and Event Manager.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2014-5504?

CVE-2014-5504 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 4 Sep 2014. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SolarWinds Log and Event Manager before 6.0 uses "static" credentials, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access to the database and execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors, related to HyperSQL.

Weakness: CWE-255

Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-5504?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Solarwinds Log and Event Manager.

How do I fix CVE-2014-5504?

No fix has been published for CVE-2014-5504 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2014-5504 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2014-5504 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-r8cm-x75g-9fx2.