#VU70549 Time-of-check Time-of-use (TOCTOU) Race Condition in Maximum Security


Published: 2023-01-02

Vulnerability identifier: #VU70549

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: CVE-2022-48191

CWE-ID: CWE-367

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Maximum Security
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 Time-of-check Time-of-use condition. A local user can gain elevated privileges on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Maximum Security: 2022 v17.7


External links
http://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/TMKA-11252


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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