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7.2
Serv-U allows unauthorized code execution as admin account
CVE-2025-40541
Summary
A Serv-U security flaw lets attackers run code with superuser access, potentially causing damage if exploited. This issue only affects users with admin privileges, but still requires prompt attention. Regularly update Serv-U to protect your system.
What to do
No fix is available yet. Check with your software vendor for updates.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions | Fix available |
|---|---|---|---|
| solarwinds | serv-u | <= 15.5.4 | – |
Original title
An Insecure Direct Object Reference (IDOR) vulnerability exists in Serv-U, which when exploited, gives a malicious actor the ability to execute native code as a privileged account.
This issue requ...
Original description
An Insecure Direct Object Reference (IDOR) vulnerability exists in Serv-U, which when exploited, gives a malicious actor the ability to execute native code as a privileged account.
This issue requires administrative privileges to abuse. On Windows deployments, the risk is scored as a medium because services frequently run under less-privileged service accounts by default.
This issue requires administrative privileges to abuse. On Windows deployments, the risk is scored as a medium because services frequently run under less-privileged service accounts by default.
nvd CVSS3.1
7.2
Vulnerability type
CWE-704
CWE-639
Authorization Bypass Through User-Controlled Key
- https://documentation.solarwinds.com/en/success_center/servu/content/release_not... Release Notes Vendor Advisory
- https://www.solarwinds.com/trust-center/security-advisories/CVE-2025-40541 Vendor Advisory
Published: 24 Feb 2026 · Updated: 12 Mar 2026 · First seen: 6 Mar 2026