CVE-2018-15364: Trend Micro OfficeScan Named Pipe Request Processing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Aug 30, 2018
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Updated

A Named Pipe Request Processing Out-of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure vulnerability in Trend Micro OfficeScan XG (12.0) could allow a local attacker to disclose sensitive information on vulnerable installations. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit the vulnerability.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information on vulnerable installations of Trend Micro OfficeScan. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the processing of data from a named pipe in Ntrtscan.exe. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to escalate privileges to SYSTEM.

Affected Software

2 affected components
trendmicro Officescan Xg=12.0
Trend Micro OfficeScan

Event History

Aug 30, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Feb 24, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·09:10 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2018-15364.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2018-15364?

CVE-2018-15364 has a severity of medium.

3

How does CVE-2018-15364 affect Trend Micro OfficeScan?

CVE-2018-15364 affects installations of Trend Micro OfficeScan.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-15364?

An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit CVE-2018-15364.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2018-15364?

Yes, there is a fix available for CVE-2018-15364. Please refer to the vendor's advisory for more information.

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