Vulnerability identifier: #VU56635
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-428
Exploitation vector: Local
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
HouseCall for Home Networks
Server applications /
SCADA systems
Vendor: Trend Micro
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to an uncontrolled search path element. A local user can place a custom crafted file in a specific directory to load a malicious library and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
HouseCall for Home Networks: 5.0.1051 - 5.3.1270
External links
http://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/TMKA-10626
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.