Serv-U

CVE-2021-35211: Serv-U Remote Memory Escape Vulnerability

Microsoft discovered a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in the SolarWinds Serv-U product utilizing a Remote Memory Escape Vulnerability.

Published

ExploitedYes, in CISA KEVAdded 3 Nov 2021
Ransomware useKnownPer CISA
SeverityCRITICALCVSS 3.1 9
EPSS91%Chance of exploitation in 30 days
Public exploitNot tracked
FixAvailable

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Affected and fixed versions

Product / branchFixed in
Serv-U Managed File Transfer Server and Serv-U Secured FTP (Windows) SolarWinds Serv-U15.2.3 HF1 or later

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What it is

Microsoft discovered a remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in the SolarWinds Serv-U product utilizing a Remote Memory Escape Vulnerability. If exploited, a threat actor may be able to gain privileged access to the machine hosting Serv-U Only. SolarWinds Serv-U Managed File Transfer and Serv-U Secure FTP for Windows before 15.2.3 HF2 are affected by this vulnerability.

Workarounds

SolarWinds advises to disconnect Serv-U Server from internet until patched.

Exploitation

CISA lists this CVE as exploited in the wild since 3 Nov 2021, including in ransomware campaigns.

Sources

KEV status, EPSS score and vendor data refreshed automatically, last on 13 Oct 2026.

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