CVE-2017-6338: Medium severity trendmicro Interscan Web Security Virtual Appliance vulnerability

Published Apr 5, 2017
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Updated

Multiple Access Control issues in Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance (IWSVA) 6.5 before CP 1746 allow an authenticated, remote user with low privileges like 'Reports Only' or 'Auditor' to change FTP Access Control Settings, create or modify reports, or upload an HTTPS Decryption Certificate and Private Key.

Affected Software

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

Event History

Apr 5, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6338?

CVE-2017-6338 has a medium severity level due to its potential for unauthorized access and modification of sensitive settings.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-6338?

To fix CVE-2017-6338, upgrade your Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance to version 6.5 CP 1746 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2017-6338?

CVE-2017-6338 affects users of Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance 6.5 prior to CP 1746.

4

What issues does CVE-2017-6338 cause?

CVE-2017-6338 allows low-privileged authenticated users to change FTP Access Control Settings and manipulate reports.

5

How can I determine if I am vulnerable to CVE-2017-6338?

You can determine vulnerability to CVE-2017-6338 by checking if your version of Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance is lower than 6.5 CP 1746.

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