CVE-2021-25232: Trend Micro Apex One Improper Access Control Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Feb 4, 2021
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Updated

An improper access control vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex One (on-prem and SaaS) and OfficeScan XG SP1 could allow an unauthenticated user to obtain information about the SQL database.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Trend Micro Apex One. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the web console, which listens on TCP port 4343 by default. The issue results from improper access control. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to disclose information from the application.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Trend Micro Apex One
trendmicro Apex One=2019
trendmicro Officescan=xg-sp1
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Feb 4, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:36 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Feb 24, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·09:35 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-2021-25232.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-25232?

The severity of CVE-2021-25232 is medium with a severity value of 5.3.

3

How does CVE-2021-25232 impact Trend Micro Apex One?

CVE-2021-25232 allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Trend Micro Apex One.

4

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2021-25232?

No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2021-25232.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-25232?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-25232 at the following references: [Reference 1](https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000284202), [Reference 2](https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000284205), [Reference 3](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-107/).

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