CVE-2023-38625: Trend Micro Apex Central modDeepSecurity Server-Side Request Forgery Information Disclosure Vulnerability

Published Jan 23, 2024
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Updated

A post-authenticated server-side request forgery (SSRF) vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex Central 2019 (lower than build 6481) could allow an attacker to interact with internal or local services directly. 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 a similar, but not identical vulnerability as CVE-2023-38624.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Trend Micro Apex Central. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the modDeepSecurity module. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a URI prior to accessing resources. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to disclose information in the context of the service account.

ZDI

Affected Software

2 affected components
Trend Micro Apex Central
trendmicro Apex Central=2019

Event History

Jan 23, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:34 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:34 PM
Description
Advisory Published
via ZDI·08:39 PM
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-38625?

CVE-2023-38625 is considered a medium severity vulnerability that can lead to server-side request forgery.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-38625?

To fix CVE-2023-38625, update Trend Micro Apex Central to version 2019 build 6481 or later.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2023-38625?

The potential impacts of CVE-2023-38625 include unauthorized access to internal or local services on the affected system.

4

Is CVE-2023-38625 present in all versions of Trend Micro Apex Central?

No, CVE-2023-38625 only affects Trend Micro Apex Central 2019 versions prior to build 6481.

5

Do I need to be authenticated to exploit CVE-2023-38625?

Yes, an attacker must be authenticated to exploit CVE-2023-38625.

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