ZDI-CAN-25681: 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 vulnerability ZDI-CAN-25681?

ZDI-CAN-25681 is a vulnerability in Trend Micro Deep Security Agent that allows local attackers to create a denial-of-service condition.

2

What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-25681?

The severity of ZDI-CAN-25681 is classified as high due to the potential for local denial-of-service attacks.

3

How do I fix ZDI-CAN-25681?

To fix ZDI-CAN-25681, update your Trend Micro Deep Security Agent to the latest version as provided by the vendor.

4

Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-25681?

Users of Trend Micro Deep Security Agent are affected by the ZDI-CAN-25681 vulnerability.

5

Can ZDI-CAN-25681 be exploited remotely?

No, ZDI-CAN-25681 can only be exploited by local attackers who have the ability to execute low-privileged code on the system.

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