Vulnerability identifier: #VU57362
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 6.1 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/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:
Apex One
Client/Desktop applications /
Antivirus software/Personal firewalls
Vendor: Trend Micro
Description
The vulnerability allows a local user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to application allows inclusion of libraries from the current working directory. A local user can place a malicious binary file into a local directory on the system and execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Apex One: 2019 - Patch 5 b9565
External links
http://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000289229
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-1219/
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.