CVE-2022-28339: Trend Micro HouseCall for Home Networks Uncontrolled Search Path Element Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Sat Feb 22 2025(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Trend Micro HouseCall for Home Networks. 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 the log4j scanner. The process loads a file from an unsecured location. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of an administrator.
Credit: security@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Trend Micro HouseCall for Home Networks |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-28339?
CVE-2022-28339 has been classified with a severity rating that suggests significant risk due to potential privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2022-28339?
To remediate CVE-2022-28339, ensure that Trend Micro HouseCall for Home Networks is updated to the latest version provided by the vendor.
Who is affected by CVE-2022-28339?
CVE-2022-28339 affects installations of Trend Micro HouseCall for Home Networks that are vulnerable to local privilege escalation.
What type of attack does CVE-2022-28339 facilitate?
CVE-2022-28339 allows local attackers to escalate privileges, gaining higher access levels on the affected system.
What conditions are required to exploit CVE-2022-28339?
An attacker must first execute low-privileged code on the target system to exploit CVE-2022-28339.
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