#VU67209 Cryptographic issues in Apex One - CVE-2022-40141

Vulnerability identifier: #VU67209

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv4.0: 1.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-40141

CWE-ID: CWE-310

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Apex One
Client/Desktop applications / Antivirus software/Personal firewalls

Vendor: Trend Micro

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to unspecified error, related to data transport. A remote attacker can decrypt certain communication with the application and gain access to sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apex One: CP B2049 - 2019

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External links
https://success.trendmicro.com/jp/solution/000291471
https://appweb.trendmicro.com/SupportNews/NewsDetail.aspx?id=4553

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

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