CVE-2022-24678: Trend Micro Apex One Security Agent Resource Exhaustion Denial-of-Service Vulnerability
An security agent resource exhaustion denial-of-service vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex One, Trend Micro Apex One as a Service, Trend Micro Worry-Free Business Security 10.0 SP1 and Trend Micro Worry-Free Business Security Services agents could allow an attacker to flood a temporary log location and consume all disk space on affected installations.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to create a denial-of-service condition on affected installations of Trend Micro Apex One Security Agent. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the logging of requests received on the management port. By sending a large number of requests, an attacker can cause log files to grow without limit. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to create a denial-of-service condition on the system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-24678?
CVE-2022-24678 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to create a denial-of-service condition on affected installations of Trend Micro Apex One Security Agent.
How severe is CVE-2022-24678?
CVE-2022-24678 has a severity rating of 7.5 (high).
Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2022-24678?
No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2022-24678.
What is the affected software of CVE-2022-24678?
The affected software includes Trend Micro Apex One and Worry-Free Business Security.
How can I fix CVE-2022-24678?
To fix CVE-2022-24678, it is recommended to apply the necessary security patches provided by Trend Micro.