ZDI-CAN-11047: Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac Error Message Information Disclosure Vulnerability

This vulnerability allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information 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 an error message that includes sensitive information. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to escalate privileges and execute code in the context of the kernel.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac

Event History

Jan 29, 2025
Advisory Published
via ZDI·09:04 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-11047?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-11047 is classified as medium, as it allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information.

2

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-11047?

To fix ZDI-CAN-11047, ensure that Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac is updated to the latest version to mitigate the vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-11047?

ZDI-CAN-11047 affects installations of Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac that are vulnerable to local code execution.

4

What type of attacks can be executed due to ZDI-CAN-11047?

Due to ZDI-CAN-11047, local attackers can disclose sensitive information if they gain high-privilege access to the affected system.

5

Is remote access required for exploiting ZDI-CAN-11047?

No, ZDI-CAN-11047 requires local access, as attackers need to execute high-privileged code on the target system.

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