Trend Micro Deep Security Improper Access Control Local Privilege Escalation Vulnerability
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows local attackers to escalate privileges on affected installations of Trend Micro Deep 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 Anti-Malware Solution Platform. The issues results from insufficient access control on a sensitive folder. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to escalate privileges and execute arbitrary code in the context of SYSTEM.
Additional Details
Trend Micro has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://success.trendmicro.com/en-US/solution/KA-0017997
Disclosure Timeline
- 2024-05-09 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2024-10-17 - Coordinated public release of advisory
- 2024-10-17 - Advisory Updated
Credit
Abdelhamid Naceri
