CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-1223: Path Traversal

First published: Sun Jun 19 2016(Updated: )

Directory traversal vulnerability in Trend Micro Office Scan 11.0, Worry-Free Business Security Service 5.x, and Worry-Free Business Security 9.0 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via unspecified vectors.

Credit: vultures@jpcert.or.jp

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Trend Micro OfficeScan=11.0
Trend Micro Worry-Free Business Security=9.0
Trend Micro Worry-Free Business Security=5.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-1223?

    CVE-2016-1223 is classified as a critical vulnerability allowing remote attackers to exploit directory traversal.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-1223?

    To fix CVE-2016-1223, update your Trend Micro OfficeScan or Worry-Free Business Security to the latest patched version.

  • Which products are affected by CVE-2016-1223?

    CVE-2016-1223 affects Trend Micro OfficeScan 11.0, Worry-Free Business Security 9.0, and Worry-Free Business Security Service 5.x.

  • Can CVE-2016-1223 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2016-1223 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to read arbitrary files.

  • What does directory traversal mean in the context of CVE-2016-1223?

    In the context of CVE-2016-1223, directory traversal refers to the ability of an attacker to access files and directories outside of the intended directory structure.

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