Vulnerability Description
An uncontrolled search path element vulnerabilities in Trend Micro Apex One and Apex One as a Service could allow a local attacker to escalate privileges on affected installations. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability. This vulnerability is similar but not identical to CVE-2021-42103.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Trendmicro | Apex One | 2019 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000289229PatchVendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-1219/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000289229PatchVendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-1219/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-42101?
CVE-2021-42101 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). An uncontrolled search path element vulnerabilities in Trend Micro Apex One and Apex One as a Service could allow a local attacker to escalate privileges on affected installations. An attacker must fi...
How severe is CVE-2021-42101?
CVE-2021-42101 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-2021-42101?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Trendmicro Apex One, Microsoft Windows.