This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Trend Micro Control Manager. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the PolicyResult method, which is called by the reporting servlet. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to construct SQL queries. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code under the context of the Network Service account.
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Trend Micro Control Manager |
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The severity of ZDI-18-099 is critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
To fix ZDI-18-099, update Trend Micro Control Manager to the latest version as recommended by the vendor.
ZDI-18-099 affects installations of Trend Micro Control Manager that are vulnerable to this specific flaw.
ZDI-18-099 can be exploited using remote attacks that leverage a bypassed authentication mechanism.
Yes, while authentication is required, it can be bypassed, making the vulnerability particularly dangerous.