Vulnerability identifier: #VU69188
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-755
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 improper handling of errors in Trend Micro Apex One Security Agent A local user can execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Apex One: 2019 - Patch 6 B10048
External links
http://success.trendmicro.com/dcx/s/solution/000291770?language=en_US
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-1621/
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.