CVE-2016-9315: High severity trendmicro Interscan Web Security Virtual Appliance vulnerability

Published Feb 21, 2017
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Updated

Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in com.trend.iwss.gui.servlet.updateaccountadministration in Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance (IWSVA) version 6.5-SP2BuildLinux1707 and earlier allows authenticated, remote users with least privileges to change Master Admin's password and/or add new admin accounts. This was resolved in Version 6.5 CP 1737.

Affected Software

1 affected component
trendmicro Interscan Web Security Virtual Appliance<=6.5

Event History

Feb 21, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:46 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:46 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:59 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-9315?

CVE-2016-9315 is classified as a critical privilege escalation vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-9315?

To fix CVE-2016-9315, upgrade to Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance version 6.5-SP2_Build_Linux_1708 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2016-9315?

Authenticated, remote users with least privileges in Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance versions 6.5 and earlier are affected by CVE-2016-9315.

4

What are the consequences of CVE-2016-9315?

The consequences of CVE-2016-9315 include the ability for low-privileged users to change the Master Admin's password.

5

Can CVE-2016-9315 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2016-9315 can be exploited by authenticated remote users.

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