CVE-2021-35243

HTTP PUT & DELETE Methods Enabled

Description

The HTTP PUT and DELETE methods were enabled in the Web Help Desk web server (12.7.7 and earlier), allowing users to execute dangerous HTTP requests. The HTTP PUT method is normally used to upload data that is saved on the server with a user-supplied URL. While the DELETE method requests that the origin server removes the association between the target resource and its current functionality. Improper use of these methods may lead to a loss of integrity.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Affected customers are advised to upgrade to 12.7.7 Hotfix 1 once it becomes available.

Category

5.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.86% Top 30%
Vendor Advisory solarwinds.com Vendor Advisory solarwinds.com
Affected: SolarWinds Web Help Desk
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.solarwinds.com/trust-center/security-advisories/cve-2021-35243 vendor advisory
https://support.solarwinds.com/SuccessCenter/s/article/Web-Help-Desk-12-7-7-Hotfix-1-Release-Notes?language=en_US release notes vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-35243?
CVE-2021-35243 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-35243?
To fix CVE-2021-35243: Affected customers are advised to upgrade to 12.7.7 Hotfix 1 once it becomes available.
Is CVE-2021-35243 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-35243 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-35243?
CVE-2021-35243 affects SolarWinds Web Help Desk.
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