CVE-2020-25773: Trend Micro OfficeScan ServerMigrationTool DAT File Parsing Double Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published Sep 28, 2020
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Updated

A vulnerability in the Trend Micro Apex One ServerMigrationTool component could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on affected products. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must import a corrupted configuration file.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Trend Micro OfficeScan ServerMigrationTool. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the processing of DAT files. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing further free operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Trend Micro OfficeScan
trendmicro Apex One=2019
trendmicro Apex One=saas
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Sep 28, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:30 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:30 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Feb 24, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·09:10 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-25773?

CVE-2020-25773 is rated as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-25773?

To fix CVE-2020-25773, ensure that no corrupted configuration files are imported into the Trend Micro Apex One ServerMigrationTool.

3

What products are affected by CVE-2020-25773?

CVE-2020-25773 affects Trend Micro Apex One 2019 and its SaaS versions, as well as Trend Micro OfficeScan XG.

4

What type of attack can exploit CVE-2020-25773?

CVE-2020-25773 can be exploited through a social engineering attack where a user inadvertently imports a malicious configuration file.

5

Is user interaction required for CVE-2020-25773 exploitation?

Yes, user interaction is required for CVE-2020-25773 as the target must import a corrupted configuration file.

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