Insecure DLL loading in Trend Micro Security
| Risk | High |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2023-28929 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-427 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Trend Micro Security (Consumer) Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration |
| Vendor |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.
1) Insecure DLL loading
EUVDB-ID: #VU74344
Risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 7.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2023-28929
CWE-ID:
CWE-427 - Uncontrolled Search Path Element
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to the application loads DLL libraries in an insecure manner. A remote attacker can place a malicious .dll on a remote SMB fileshare, trick the victim into opening a specially crafted executable file and execute arbitrary code on victim's system.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsTrend Micro Security (Consumer): before 17.7.1476
External linkshttp://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/TMKA-19062
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
