ZDI-18-1295: Trend Micro Anti-Virus KERedirect Untrusted Pointer Dereference Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on vulnerable installations of Trend Micro Anti-Virus. 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 KERedirect kext. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied value prior to dereferencing it as a pointer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the kernel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-18-1295?
The severity of ZDI-18-1295 is considered high due to its potential for privilege escalation.
Who is affected by ZDI-18-1295?
Organizations using vulnerable installations of Trend Micro Anti-Virus are affected by ZDI-18-1295.
How do I fix ZDI-18-1295?
To fix ZDI-18-1295, update your Trend Micro Anti-Virus software to the latest version provided by the vendor.
Can ZDI-18-1295 be exploited remotely?
ZDI-18-1295 cannot be exploited remotely; an attacker must first obtain local access.
What are the potential impacts of ZDI-18-1295?
The potential impacts of ZDI-18-1295 include unauthorized access to system resources and sensitive information due to privilege escalation.