CVE-2022-34893: Trend Micro Maximum Security Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
First published: Mon Sep 19 2022(Updated: )
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Trend Micro Maximum Security. 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 Trend Micro Anti-Malware Solution Platform. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the service to delete a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.
Credit: security@trendmicro.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Trendmicro Security | <=17.7.1179 | |
| Microsoft Windows | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-34893?
CVE-2022-34893 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability found in Trend Micro Maximum Security.
How does CVE-2022-34893 affect Trend Micro Maximum Security?
CVE-2022-34893 allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Trend Micro Maximum Security.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-34893?
CVE-2022-34893 has a severity rating of 7.8 (high).
How can CVE-2022-34893 be exploited?
To exploit CVE-2022-34893, an attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system.
Are there any references available for CVE-2022-34893?
Yes, there are references available for CVE-2022-34893. You can find them at the following links: [Reference 1](https://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/tmka-11053) and [Reference 2](https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-1175/).
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