#VU26156 Code Injection in OfficeScan and Apex One


Published: 2020-03-18

Vulnerability identifier: #VU26156

Vulnerability risk: Critical

CVSSv3.1: 8.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:H/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2020-8467

CWE-ID: CWE-94

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
OfficeScan
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls
Apex One
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor: Trend Micro

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to improper input validation in the migration tool component. A remote authenticated attacker can send a specially crafted request and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Note: the vulnerability is being actively exploited in the wild.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

OfficeScan: XG - XG SP1

Apex One: 2019


External links
http://success.trendmicro.com/jp/solution/000244253
http://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000245571


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

Yes. This vulnerability is being exploited in the wild.


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