CVE-2024-48903: Trend Micro Deep Security Improper Access Control Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

Published Oct 22, 2024
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Updated

An improper access control vulnerability in Trend Micro Deep Security Agent 20 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.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Trend Micro Deep 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 Anti-Malware Solution Platform. The issues results from insufficient access control on a sensitive folder. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.

ZDI

Affected Software

3 affected components
Trend Micro Deep Security
All of the following
trendmicro Deep Security Agent<20.0.1
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Oct 22, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:28 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:28 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Feb 24, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·09:35 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-48903?

CVE-2024-48903 has been classified with a high severity due to its potential to allow local privilege escalation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-48903?

To fix CVE-2024-48903, ensure that you update your Trend Micro Deep Security Agent to the latest version provided by Trend Micro.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-48903?

CVE-2024-48903 affects installations of Trend Micro Deep Security Agent version 20.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-48903?

CVE-2024-48903 is an improper access control vulnerability that enables local privilege escalation.

5

Can CVE-2024-48903 be exploited remotely?

No, CVE-2024-48903 requires the attacker to have access to execute low-privileged code on the target system.

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