This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Trend Micro Encryption for Email Gateway. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The flaw exists within the LauncherServer. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code under the context of root.
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Trend Micro Encryption for Email |
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ZDI-18-416 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution.
To fix ZDI-18-416, you should apply the latest security patches provided by Trend Micro for the Encryption for Email Gateway.
Organizations using Trend Micro Encryption for Email Gateway are vulnerable to ZDI-18-416 if they have not applied necessary updates.
Remote attackers can exploit ZDI-18-416 to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to full system compromise.
Yes, authentication is required to exploit ZDI-18-416, but the authentication mechanism can be bypassed.