This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable installations of Trend Micro Control Manager. Although authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability, the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed. The specific flaw exists within the DLPIncidentJobWidget method, which is called by the reporting servlet. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to construct SQL queries. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code under the context of the Network Service account.
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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Trend Micro Control Manager |
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The severity of ZDI-CAN-5161 is critical due to the potential for remote code execution.
To fix ZDI-CAN-5161, ensure that you update your Trend Micro Control Manager to the latest patch provided by the vendor.
ZDI-CAN-5161 affects installations of Trend Micro Control Manager with authentication mechanisms that can be bypassed.
ZDI-CAN-5161 can facilitate remote code execution attacks by allowing unauthorized access through bypassed authentication.
Yes, although authentication is required to exploit ZDI-CAN-5161, it can be bypassed, increasing the risk of exploitation.