#VU63465 Exposed dangerous method or function in Trend Micro Security (Consumer)


Published: 2022-05-20 | Updated: 2022-05-27

Vulnerability identifier: #VU63465

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-30703

CWE-ID: CWE-749

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Trend Micro Security (Consumer)
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor: Trend Micro

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to exposure of dangerous method within the NCIE Scanner module. A local user can obtain access to leaked kernel addresses and disclose sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Trend Micro Security (Consumer): 17 - 17.7.1383


External links
http://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/TMKA-11021
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-801/


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.


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