Understanding and Defending Against CVE-2026-28323: SAML Authentication Bypass in SolarWinds Web Help Desk
CVE-2026-28323 is a critical SAML authentication bypass vulnerability in SolarWinds Web Help Desk, with a CVSS score of 9.8. This vulnerability requires the SAML 2.0 authentication method to be enabled and can lead to high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Understanding the root cause, attack surface, and exploitation mechanics is crucial for defenders to implement effective mitigations and detections.