Vulnerability Description
A vulnerability exists in Trend Micro Maximum Security 2022 (17.7) wherein a low-privileged user can write a known malicious executable to a specific location and in the process of removal and restoral an attacker could replace an original folder with a mount point to an arbitrary location, allowing a escalation of privileges on an affected system.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Trendmicro | Maximum Security 2022 | 17.7 |
| Microsoft | Windows | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/tmka-11252PatchVendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-053/PatchThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/tmka-11252PatchVendor Advisory
- https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-053/PatchThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-48191?
CVE-2022-48191 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.0 (HIGH). A vulnerability exists in Trend Micro Maximum Security 2022 (17.7) wherein a low-privileged user can write a known malicious executable to a specific location and in the process of removal and restora...
How severe is CVE-2022-48191?
CVE-2022-48191 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-48191?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Trendmicro Maximum Security 2022, Microsoft Windows.