CVE-2020-24563 : Security Advisory and Response

A vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex One may allow a local attacker to manipulate the process of the security agent unload option, potentially leading to privilege escalation and code execution.

Understanding CVE-2020-24563

This CVE involves an authentication bypass vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex One.

What is CVE-2020-24563?

The vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex One could be exploited by a local attacker to gain privilege escalation and execute arbitrary code.

The Impact of CVE-2020-24563

The vulnerability could allow an attacker to manipulate the security agent unload process, leading to potential privilege escalation and code execution.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-24563

This section provides technical details about the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability allows a local attacker to manipulate the security agent unload process, potentially leading to privilege escalation and code execution.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Trend Micro Apex One
Vendor: Trend Micro
Affected Versions: 2009, SaaS

Exploitation Mechanism

To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must first execute low-privileged code on the target system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2020-24563 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Trend Micro.
Monitor for any unauthorized system changes.
Restrict access to vulnerable systems.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and security solutions.
Implement the principle of least privilege to limit potential attack surfaces.
Conduct regular security audits and assessments.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that your Trend Micro Apex One solution is updated with the latest patches to mitigate the vulnerability.