CVE-2023-52093: Trend Micro Apex One Exposed Dangerous Function Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
An exposed dangerous function vulnerability in the Trend Micro Apex One 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.
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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 an exposed dangerous function. 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-2023-52093?
CVE-2023-52093 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow privilege escalation on targeted systems.
How do I fix CVE-2023-52093?
To fix CVE-2023-52093, ensure that you update Trend Micro Apex One to the latest version provided by the vendor.
What are the affected versions for CVE-2023-52093?
CVE-2023-52093 affects Trend Micro Apex One versions below 14.0.12849 and the 2019 edition.
Can CVE-2023-52093 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2023-52093 requires a local attacker to have already executed low-privileged code on the affected system.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2023-52093?
Yes, Trend Micro has released patches for CVE-2023-52093 that users should apply immediately.