ZDI-CAN-6368: Trend Micro Anti-Virus UrlfWTPPagePtr KERedirect Use-After-Free Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on vulnerable installations of Trend Micro Anti-Virus. 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 UrlfWTPPagePtr variable in the KERedirect kext. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the kernel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-6368?
ZDI-CAN-6368 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for privilege escalation.
Who is affected by ZDI-CAN-6368?
ZDI-CAN-6368 affects installations of Trend Micro Anti-Virus.
How can I fix ZDI-CAN-6368?
To fix ZDI-CAN-6368, ensure that you apply the latest patches and updates provided by Trend Micro.
What kind of attack can ZDI-CAN-6368 enable?
ZDI-CAN-6368 can enable local attackers to escalate their privileges on the affected system.
What conditions are necessary to exploit ZDI-CAN-6368?
An attacker must first execute low-privileged code on the target system to exploit ZDI-CAN-6368.