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Advisory Published

CVE-2018-6231: Trend Micro Smart Protection Server Auth Command Injection Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

First published: Thu Mar 15 2018(Updated: )

A server auth command injection authentication bypass vulnerability in Trend Micro Smart Protection Server (Standalone) versions 3.3 and below could allow remote attackers to escalate privileges on vulnerable installations.

Credit: security@trendmicro.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Trend Micro Smart Protection Server
Trend Micro Smart Protection Server<=3.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-6231?

    CVE-2018-6231 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability that allows for remote privilege escalation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-6231?

    To remediate CVE-2018-6231, update Trend Micro Smart Protection Server to version 3.4 or higher.

  • What products are affected by CVE-2018-6231?

    CVE-2018-6231 affects Trend Micro Smart Protection Server versions 3.3 and below.

  • Can CVE-2018-6231 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2018-6231 can be exploited remotely by attackers due to the server auth command injection flaw.

  • What kind of attacks can CVE-2018-6231 facilitate?

    CVE-2018-6231 can facilitate privilege escalation attacks, allowing unauthorized access to vulnerable installations.

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