Advisory Published

ZDI-CAN-5165: Trend Micro Control Manager sp_DeleteSelectedTreeNodesByRefKey SQL Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

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 sp_DeleteSelectedTreeNodesByRefKey method, which is called by the RPTProcessor 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 SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Trend Micro Control Manager

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-5165?

    The severity of ZDI-CAN-5165 is considered high due to the potential for remote code execution by attackers.

  • How do I fix ZDI-CAN-5165?

    To fix ZDI-CAN-5165, it is recommended to update Trend Micro Control Manager to the latest version provided by the vendor.

  • What type of attacks can be executed through ZDI-CAN-5165?

    ZDI-CAN-5165 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, which can lead to unauthorized access or system compromise.

  • Does ZDI-CAN-5165 require authentication for exploitation?

    Yes, ZDI-CAN-5165 requires authentication, but the existing authentication mechanism can be bypassed.

  • Which software is affected by ZDI-CAN-5165?

    ZDI-CAN-5165 affects Trend Micro Control Manager installations.

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