ZDI-24-026: Trend Micro Apex One Virus Scan Engine Link Following Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Trend Micro Apex One Security Agent. 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 Virus Scan Engine. By creating a mount point, an attacker can abuse the VSApiNt driver to delete a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.
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This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Trend Micro Apex One Security Agent. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2023-52090.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-24-026?
The severity of ZDI-24-026 is considered critical due to its potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix ZDI-24-026?
To fix ZDI-24-026, update your Trend Micro Apex One Security Agent to the latest version provided by the vendor.
Who is affected by ZDI-24-026?
ZDI-24-026 affects installations of Trend Micro Apex One Security Agent that allow for local code execution.
What type of vulnerability is ZDI-24-026?
ZDI-24-026 is a local privilege escalation vulnerability that requires an attacker to have low-privileged access.
Can ZDI-24-026 be exploited remotely?
No, ZDI-24-026 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the affected system.