Advisory Published

ZDI-21-1052: Trend Micro Maximum Security Directory Junction Denial-of-Service Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows local attackers to create a denial-of-service condition on affected installations of Trend Micro Maximum 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 Maximum Security Agent. By creating a directory junction, an attacker can abuse the service to delete a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to create a denial-of-service condition on the system.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Trend Micro Maximum Security 2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-21-1052?

    ZDI-21-1052 has been classified as a denial-of-service vulnerability affecting Trend Micro Maximum Security.

  • How do I fix ZDI-21-1052?

    To fix ZDI-21-1052, ensure that you update your Trend Micro Maximum Security software to the latest version provided by the vendor.

  • What type of attacks can exploit ZDI-21-1052?

    ZDI-21-1052 can be exploited by attackers with low-privileged code execution capabilities to create a denial-of-service condition.

  • Which products are affected by ZDI-21-1052?

    ZDI-21-1052 affects the Trend Micro Maximum Security 2022 product line.

  • Can ZDI-21-1052 be exploited remotely?

    No, ZDI-21-1052 requires local access to the system to exploit the vulnerability.

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