#VU54423 Exposed dangerous method or function in Password Manager for Windows


Published: 2021-06-28 | Updated: 2021-07-05

Vulnerability identifier: #VU54423

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-32462

CWE-ID: CWE-749

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Password Manager for Windows
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Trend Micro

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote user to compromise the affected system.

the vulnerability exists due to exposure of dangerous function. A remote client can manipulate the registry and escalate privileges to SYSTEM on the affected installations.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Password Manager for Windows: 3.8.0.1103 - 5.0.1058


External links
http://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/TMKA-10388
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-774/


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?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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