Vulnerability identifier: #VU63130

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 2.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-30687

CWE-ID: CWE-59

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Maximum Security
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor: Trend Micro

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to delete arbitrary files on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to insecure link following when deleting files in the secure erase feature. A local user can create a specially crafted link to a critical file on the system and delete it with elevated privileges.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Maximum Security: 2022 v17.7

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External links
http://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/TMKA-11017
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-789/

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Q & A

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.