CVE-2023-47193: Trend Micro Apex One Origin Validation Error Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
An origin validation vulnerability in the Trend Micro Apex One security agent could allow a local attacker to escalate privileges 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 vulnerability is similar to, but not identical to, CVE-2023-47194.
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This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Trend Micro Apex One Security Agent. 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 Apex One NT Listener service. The issue results from insufficient validation of the origin of commands. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-47193?
CVE-2023-47193 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2023-47193?
To mitigate CVE-2023-47193, ensure that your Trend Micro Apex One installation is updated to the latest version.
What type of systems are affected by CVE-2023-47193?
CVE-2023-47193 affects both the SaaS and on-premises versions of Trend Micro Apex One.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-47193?
Organizations using Trend Micro Apex One versions prior to 14.0.12737 or the 2019 edition are vulnerable to CVE-2023-47193.
Can CVE-2023-47193 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2023-47193 requires local access to the system for exploitation.