CVE-2012-2996: CSRF
First published: Mon Sep 17 2012(Updated: )
Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) vulnerability in saveAccountSubTab.imss in Trend Micro InterScan Messaging Security Suite 7.1-Build_Win32_1394 allows remote attackers to hijack the authentication of administrators for requests that create admin accounts via a saveAuth action.
Credit: cret@cert.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Trend Micro InterScan Messaging Security Suite | =7.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-2996?
CVE-2012-2996 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on administrative account security.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2996?
To mitigate CVE-2012-2996, ensure that you apply any available patches from Trend Micro or implement security measures to prevent CSRF attacks.
What software is affected by CVE-2012-2996?
CVE-2012-2996 affects Trend Micro InterScan Messaging Security Suite version 7.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-2996?
CVE-2012-2996 is a Cross-site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability.
Can CVE-2012-2996 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-2996 can be exploited remotely by attackers to hijack administrators' authenticated sessions.
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