Vulnerability identifier: #VU82882

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 4.2 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2023-47196

CWE-ID: CWE-346

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 origin validation error in plugin manager. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Apex One: 2019 - SP1 b12380

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External links
http://success.trendmicro.com/dcx/s/solution/000295652?language=en_US
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1617/

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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.