CVE-2019-15628 : Security Advisory and Response

Trend Micro Security (Consumer) 2020 (v16.0.1221 and below) is affected by a DLL hijacking vulnerability that could allow an attacker to execute malicious software.

Understanding CVE-2019-15628

This CVE identifies a DLL hijacking vulnerability in Trend Micro Security (Consumer) 2020 (v16.0.1221 and earlier versions).

What is CVE-2019-15628?

The presence of a DLL hijacking vulnerability in Trend Micro Security (Consumer) 2020 (v16.0.1221 and earlier versions) allows attackers to execute and maintain malicious software through a specific service.

The Impact of CVE-2019-15628

Exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to the execution of a malicious program each time the service is initiated, potentially compromising the security of the system.

Technical Details of CVE-2019-15628

This section provides detailed technical information about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability in Trend Micro Security (Consumer) 2020 (v16.0.1221 and below) enables attackers to utilize a specific service to execute and maintain malicious software, posing a significant security risk.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Trend Micro Security (Consumer)
Vendor: Trend Micro
Versions affected: Version 2020 (16.0.1221 and below)

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by using the DLL hijacking technique to execute malicious programs whenever the affected service is started.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2019-15628 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Trend Micro promptly.
Monitor for any suspicious activities on the system.
Consider restricting access to vulnerable services.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and applications.
Implement robust security measures to prevent DLL hijacking attacks.
Conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities.
Educate users on safe computing practices to prevent exploitation.
Utilize security solutions to detect and mitigate potential threats.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that the affected Trend Micro Security (Consumer) software is updated to the latest version to mitigate the DLL hijacking vulnerability.