Vulnerability identifier: #VU69190

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 6.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-44654

CWE-ID: CWE-254

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 bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to presence of a monitor engine component that is complied without the /SAFESEH memory protection mechanism, which helps to monitor for malicious payloads. A remote attacker can abuse this to perform a denial of service attack against the antimalware engine.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apex One: CP B2049 - 2019

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External links
http://success.trendmicro.com/dcx/s/solution/000291770?language=en_US

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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.