ZDI-CAN-11045: Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac Time-Of-Check Time-Of-Use Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute high-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 locking when performing operations on an object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute code in the context of the kernel.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Trend Micro Antivirus |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-11045?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-11045 is considered high due to the potential for local privilege escalation.
How do I fix ZDI-CAN-11045?
To fix ZDI-CAN-11045, update to the latest version of Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac as recommended by the vendor.
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-11045?
ZDI-CAN-11045 affects users of Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac.
What type of attack does ZDI-CAN-11045 enable?
ZDI-CAN-11045 enables local privilege escalation attacks.
What must an attacker do to exploit ZDI-CAN-11045?
An attacker must first gain the ability to execute high-privileged code on the target system to exploit ZDI-CAN-11045.
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