CVE-2023-40054 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies
Learn about CVE-2023-40054 affecting SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager. Upgrade to version 2023.4.1 to mitigate the Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.
SolarWinds Network Configuration Manager experienced a Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability, allowing a low-level user to execute actions with SYSTEM privileges. The vulnerability remains unresolved in CVE-2023-33226.
Understanding CVE-2023-40054
This section delves into the specifics of the CVE-2023-40054 vulnerability.
What is CVE-2023-40054?
The Network Configuration Manager was susceptible to a Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability, enabling unauthorized users to execute actions with elevated privileges.
The Impact of CVE-2023-40054
The vulnerability's impact includes a high availability impact, confidentiality impact, and integrity impact. Attack complexity is low, with the attack vector being the adjacent network, and privileges required are low. The Base Score is 8, marking it as a high severity vulnerability. The CAPEC-643 identifies shared files/directories on the system.
Technical Details of CVE-2023-40054
This section outlines the technical details related to CVE-2023-40054.
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability is categorized as CWE-22 - Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal').
Affected Systems and Versions
Network Configuration Manager versions up to 2023.4 are affected by this vulnerability.
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability allows attackers to perform Directory Traversal Remote Code Execution, exploiting the low-level user privileges to execute actions with SYSTEM privileges.
Mitigation and Prevention
Protecting your systems from CVE-2023-40054 is crucial to maintaining security and preventing potential exploitation.
Immediate Steps to Take
All Network Configuration Manager customers are strongly advised to upgrade to the latest version of the Network Configuration Manager, which is version 2023.4.1.
Long-Term Security Practices
Regularly update your software and implement robust security measures to safeguard against future vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Stay informed about security advisories and promptly apply patches or updates to address known vulnerabilities within your systems.