CVE-2023-40056 SolarWinds Platform SQL Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

High 8.0 Published 28 Nov 2023 Updated 2 Aug 2024

A low-privileged attacker can exploit SQL injection in SolarWinds Platform to achieve remote code execution and escalate privileges.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Any signed-in user
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2023-40056?

CVE-2023-40056 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in SolarWinds Platform , published on 28 Nov 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL Injection Remote Code Vulnerability was found in the SolarWinds Platform. This vulnerability can be exploited with a low privileged account.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-40056?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Solarwinds Solarwinds Platform.

How do I fix CVE-2023-40056?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-40056 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Use parameterised queries everywhere and never build SQL by joining strings. Upgrade affected software first; a web application firewall only buys time. More about SQL injection.

Is CVE-2023-40056 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-40056 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-q9mj-r5r5-c9v3.