CVE-2015-5371

The AuthenticationFilter class in SolarWinds Storage Manager allows remote attackers to upload and execute arbitrary scripts via unspecified vectors

published July 6, 2015

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.8th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
—
EPSS
93%
Percentile
99.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A remote attacker can exploit a weak point in SolarWinds Storage Manager to upload and execute arbitrary scripts with ease — like sneaking in a party crasher who sets up shop! 🎉 Think of the AuthenticationFilter class as a bouncer at a club who doesn’t check ID. If someone can charm their way past, they could take control of the dance floor, causing chaos instead of a good time! This vulnerability could allow an attacker to upload malicious scripts, potentially leading to unauthorized access or control over your system. Imagine an intruder running wild, accessing sensitive data or deploying malware — definitely not the kind of party you want!

Put simply

Think of the AuthenticationFilter class as a bouncer at a club who doesn’t check ID. If someone can charm their way past, they could take control of the dance floor, causing chaos instead of a good time! The AuthenticationFilter class fails to properly validate the input, allowing remote attackers to upload and execute arbitrary scripts through unspecified vectors, bypassing normal security checks.

What to do

This vulnerability could allow an attacker to upload malicious scripts, potentially leading to unauthorized access or control over your system. Imagine an intruder running wild, accessing sensitive data or deploying malware — definitely not the kind of party you want! To protect yourself, make sure to update SolarWinds Storage Manager to the latest version, if available, and monitor for any suspicious activity on your systems. Regular security audits and proper configuration can help mitigate these risks. You've got this! With a few proactive steps, you can keep your system secure and the intruders at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.93083 · 99.8th percentile
Published
2015-07-06T14:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 06 JUL 14:00Z
    The AuthenticationFilter class in SolarWinds Storage Manager allows remote attackers to upload and execute arbitrary scripts via unspecified vectors
    cvelistv5