CVE-2021-28649: Trend Micro HouseCall for Home Networks Incorrect Permission Assignment Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Wed May 12 2021(Updated: )
An incorrect permission vulnerability in the product installer for Trend Micro HouseCall for Home Networks version 5.3.1179 and below could allow an attacker to escalate privileges by placing arbitrary code on a specified folder and have that code be executed by an Administrator who is running a scan. Please note that an attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system to exploit this vulnerability.
Credit: security@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Trendmicro Housecall For Home Networks | <=5.3.1179 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
| Trend Micro HouseCall for Home Networks |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-28649?
CVE-2021-28649 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2021-28649?
To fix CVE-2021-28649, update Trend Micro HouseCall for Home Networks to version 5.3.1180 or later.
What is the impact of CVE-2021-28649?
CVE-2021-28649 allows an attacker to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code through improper permissions in the product installer.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-28649?
CVE-2021-28649 affects versions of Trend Micro HouseCall for Home Networks up to and including 5.3.1179.
Who is affected by CVE-2021-28649?
Users of Trend Micro HouseCall for Home Networks versions 5.3.1179 and below on Windows systems are affected by CVE-2021-28649.
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