Vulnerability identifier: #VU69908

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.4 [CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:N/I:L/A:N/E:P/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-45797

CWE-ID: CWE-36

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: Yes

Vulnerable software:
Apex One
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 an error within the Damage Cleanup Engine component. A local user can delete arbitrary files on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apex One: 2019 - SP1 b11128

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External links
http://success.trendmicro.com/dcx/s/solution/000291830?language=en_US
http://i.blackhat.com/EU-22/Wednesday-Briefings/EU-22-Yair-Aikido-Turning-EDRs-to-Malicious-Wipers.pdf

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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. However, proof of concept for this vulnerability is available.