CVE-2018-18331

Description

A Trend Micro OfficeScan XG weak file permissions vulnerability on a particular folder for a particular group may allow an attacker to alter the files, which could lead to other exploits on vulnerable installations.

Category

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.23%
Vendor Advisory trendmicro.com
Affected: Trend Micro Trend Micro OfficeScan
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/1121674 patch vendor advisory mitigation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-18331?
CVE-2018-18331 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-18331?
To fix CVE-2018-18331, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2018-18331 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2018-18331 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-18331?
CVE-2018-18331 affects Trend Micro Trend Micro OfficeScan.
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