ZDI-25-241: Trend Micro Deep Security Agent Link Following Denial-of-Service Vulnerability

Published Apr 9, 2025
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Updated

This vulnerability allows local attackers to create a denial-of-service condition on affected installations of Trend Micro Deep 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 Damage Cleanup Engine. By creating a junction, an attacker can abuse this component to delete a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to create a denial-of-service condition on the system.

Other sources

This vulnerability allows local attackers to create a denial-of-service condition on affected installations of Trend Micro Deep 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 5.5. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2025-30642.

ZDI

Affected Software

2 affected components
Trend Micro Deep Security Agent
Trend Micro Deep Security

Event History

Apr 9, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·05:00 AM
Description
Jun 17, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·08:21 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·08:21 PM
SeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-25-241?

The severity of ZDI-25-241 is classified as high due to its potential for denial-of-service attacks.

2

How do I fix ZDI-25-241?

To fix ZDI-25-241, apply the latest security patches provided by Trend Micro for the Deep Security Agent.

3

Who is affected by ZDI-25-241?

Users of Trend Micro Deep Security Agent are affected by the ZDI-25-241 vulnerability.

4

Can ZDI-25-241 be exploited remotely?

No, ZDI-25-241 requires local access to the system to exploit the vulnerability.

5

What kind of impact does ZDI-25-241 have on systems?

ZDI-25-241 can create a denial-of-service condition, rendering the affected systems unusable.

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