CVE-2020-8598 : Security Advisory and Response

Trend Micro Apex One (2019), OfficeScan XG, and Worry-Free Business Security (9.0, 9.5, 10.0) server contain a vulnerable service DLL file that could allow remote code execution with SYSTEM level privileges.

Understanding CVE-2020-8598

This CVE involves a directory traversal vulnerability in Trend Micro products.

What is CVE-2020-8598?

The vulnerability in Trend Micro products could permit a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code without authentication.

The Impact of CVE-2020-8598

The vulnerability could lead to remote code execution on affected installations with elevated privileges.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-8598

This section provides more technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerable service DLL file in Trend Micro products allows for remote code execution.

Affected Systems and Versions

Products: Trend Micro OfficeScan, Trend Micro Apex One, Trend Micro Worry-Free Business Security (WFBS)
Versions: OfficeScan XG (12.0), Apex One 2019 (14.0), WFBS 9.0, 9.5, and 10.0

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability can be exploited remotely without the need for authentication.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2020-8598 with the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply security patches provided by Trend Micro promptly.
Monitor network traffic for any signs of exploitation.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch all software and systems.
Conduct security assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.
Educate users on safe computing practices to prevent social engineering attacks.

Patching and Updates

Ensure that all Trend Micro products are updated with the latest security patches to mitigate the vulnerability.