CVE-2023-32526: Trend Micro Mobile Security for Enterprises widgetforsecurity set_certificates_config Unrestricted File Upload Vulnerability

Published Jun 26, 2023
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files on affected installations of Trend Micro Mobile Security for Enterprises. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the setcertificatesconfig action defined within the web/widgetforsecurity path. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can allow the upload of arbitrary files. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of IUSR.

Other sources

Trend Micro Mobile Security (Enterprise) 9.8 SP5 contains widget vulnerabilities that could allow a remote attacker to create arbitrary files on affected installations. Please note: an attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. This is similar to, but not identical to CVE-2023-32525.

MITRE

Affected Software

2 affected components
Trend Micro Mobile Security for Enterprises
trendmicro Mobile Security Windows=9.8-sp5

Event History

Jun 26, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:53 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:53 PM
Description
Aug 2, 2024
Advisory Published
via ZDI·03:25 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2023-32526?

CVE-2023-32526 is a vulnerability found in Trend Micro Mobile Security (Enterprise) 9.8 SP5 that allows a remote attacker to create arbitrary files on affected installations.

2

How severe is CVE-2023-32526?

CVE-2023-32526 has a severity rating of 6.5, which is considered medium.

3

How can CVE-2023-32526 be exploited?

To exploit CVE-2023-32526, an attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system.

4

Which version of Trend Micro Mobile Security (Enterprise) is affected by CVE-2023-32526?

CVE-2023-32526 affects Trend Micro Mobile Security (Enterprise) 9.8 SP5.

5

How can I fix CVE-2023-32526?

To fix CVE-2023-32526, it is recommended to update to the latest version of Trend Micro Mobile Security (Enterprise) and apply any available patches from the vendor.

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