#VU46136 Improper access control in Apex One - CVE-2020-24557

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#VU46136 Improper access control in Apex One - CVE-2020-24557

Published: August 31, 2020 / Updated: April 22, 2021


Vulnerability identifier: #VU46136
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:A/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-24557
CWE-ID: CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Local access
Exploit availability: The vulnerability is being exploited in the wild
Vulnerable software:
Apex One
Software vendor:
Trend Micro

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions within the ApexOne Security Agent. A local user can manipulate a particular product folder to disable the security temporarily and gain elevated privileges on the target system.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

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