Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex One may allow a local attacker to manipulate the process of the security agent unload option (if configured), which then could be manipulated to gain a privilege escalation and code execution. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target in order to exploit this vulnerability.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Trendmicro | Apex One | 2019 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000271974Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-1218/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000271974Vendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-20-1218/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-24563?
CVE-2020-24563 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex One may allow a local attacker to manipulate the process of the security agent unload option (if configured), which then could be manipulated to gain a privilege es...
How severe is CVE-2020-24563?
CVE-2020-24563 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-24563?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Trendmicro Apex One, Microsoft Windows.