CVE-2020-8605: Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Published May 27, 2020
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Updated

A vulnerability in Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance 6.5 may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the LogSettingHandler class. When parsing the mountdevice parameter, the process does not properly validate a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of root.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance
trendmicro Interscan Web Security Virtual Appliance=6.5

Event History

May 27, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:45 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:45 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Jan 30, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·06:42 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2020-8605.

2

What is the title of this vulnerability?

The title of this vulnerability is Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability.

3

How severe is CVE-2020-8605?

The severity of CVE-2020-8605 is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.

4

What software is affected by CVE-2020-8605?

The Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance version 6.5 is affected by CVE-2020-8605.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2020-8605?

Yes, authentication is required to exploit CVE-2020-8605.

6

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-8605?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-8605 at the following references: [1](http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/158171/Trend-Micro-Web-Security-Virtual-Appliance-Remote-Code-Execution.html), [2](http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/158423/Trend-Micro-Web-Security-Remote-Code-Execution.html), [3](https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000253095).

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