Arbitrary file deletion in Trend Micro Maximum Security
| Risk | Low |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2022-30687 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-59 |
| Exploitation vector | Local |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Maximum Security Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls |
| Vendor | Trend Micro |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one low risk vulnerability.
1) Link following
EUVDB-ID: #VU63130
Risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 2.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2022-30687
CWE-ID:
CWE-59 - Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a local user to delete arbitrary files on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to insecure link following when deleting files in the secure erase feature. A local user can create a specially crafted link to a critical file on the system and delete it with elevated privileges.
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsMaximum Security: 2022 v17.7
External linkshttp://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/TMKA-11017
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-789/
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
