CVE-2020-8465: CSRF

Published Dec 17, 2020
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Updated

A vulnerability in Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance 6.5 SP2 could allow an attacker to manipulate system updates using a combination of CSRF bypass (CVE-2020-8461) and authentication bypass (CVE-2020-8464) to execute code as user root.

Affected Software

1 affected component
trendmicro Interscan Web Security Virtual Appliance=6.5-sp2

Event History

Dec 17, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:05 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:05 PM
DescriptionWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-8465?

CVE-2020-8465 is a vulnerability in Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance 6.5 SP2 that could allow an attacker to execute code as user root.

2

How severe is CVE-2020-8465?

CVE-2020-8465 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is considered critical.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2020-8465?

The affected software is Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance 6.5 SP2.

4

How can an attacker exploit CVE-2020-8465?

An attacker can exploit CVE-2020-8465 by manipulating system updates using CSRF bypass (CVE-2020-8461) and authentication bypass (CVE-2020-8464) to execute code as user root.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2020-8465?

Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2020-8465 at the following references: [Link 1](https://sec-consult.com/vulnerability-lab/advisory/multiple-critical-vulnerabilities-in-trend-micro-interscan-web-security-virtual-appliance/) and [Link 2](https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000283077).

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