#VU91050 Race condition in Orion Platform - CVE-2024-28999

Vulnerability identifier: #VU91050

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 2.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-28999

CWE-ID: CWE-362

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Orion Platform
Server applications / Remote management servers, RDP, SSH

Vendor: SolarWinds

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to escalate privileges on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to a race condition. A remote user can exploit the race and gain unauthorized access to sensitive information and escalate privileges on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Orion Platform: 2016.1 - 2024.1.1

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External links
https://documentation.solarwinds.com/en/success_center/orionplatform/content/release_notes/solarwinds_platform_2024-2_release_notes.htm

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.