CVE-2021-25248: Trend Micro Apex One Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Feb 4, 2021
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Updated

An out-of-bounds read information disclosure vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex One (on-prem and SaaS), OfficeScan XG SP1, and Worry-Free Business Security (10.0 SP1 and Services) could allow an attacker to disclose sensitive information about a named pipe. Please note: an attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Trend Micro Apex One. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within TmCCSF.exe. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to escalate privileges and execute code in the context of SYSTEM.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Trend Micro Apex One
trendmicro Apex One=2019
trendmicro Officescan=xg-sp1
trendmicro Worry-free Business Security=10.0-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 CVE-2021-25248?

CVE-2021-25248 is a vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex One that allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information.

2

How can this vulnerability be exploited?

To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-25248?

Trend Micro Apex One 2019, Trendmicro Officescan XG SP1, and Trendmicro Worry-free Business Security 10.0 SP1 are affected.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2021-25248?

CVE-2021-25248 has a severity rating of 5.5 out of 10, classified as medium.

5

How can I fix CVE-2021-25248?

To fix CVE-2021-25248, update the affected Trend Micro software to the latest version.

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