This vulnerability allows local attackers to disclose sensitive information or to create a denial-of-service condition on affected installations of Trend Micro Maximum Security. 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 handling of junctions. By creating a junction, an attacker can abuse the service to delete arbitrary files. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to disclose sensitive information or to create a denial-of-service condition on the system.
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The severity of ZDI-CAN-9391 is critical due to the potential for local attackers to disclose sensitive information or cause a denial-of-service condition.
To fix ZDI-CAN-9391, ensure that your Trend Micro Maximum Security software is updated to the latest version provided by Trend Micro.
The primary attack vector for ZDI-CAN-9391 involves local execution of low-privileged code on the affected system.
ZDI-CAN-9391 affects users of Trend Micro Maximum Security 2022.
The potential impacts of ZDI-CAN-9391 include unauthorized access to sensitive information and denial-of-service conditions.