CVE-2021-25225

Description

A memory exhaustion vulnerability in Trend Micro ServerProtect for Linux 3.0 could allow a local attacker to craft specific files that can cause a denial-of-service on the affected product. The specific flaw exists within a scheduled scan component. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.07%
Vendor Advisory trendmicro.com
Affected: Trend Micro Trend Micro ServerProtect for Linux
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000284207 patch vendor advisory
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-086/ vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-25225?
CVE-2021-25225 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-25225?
To fix CVE-2021-25225, 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-2021-25225 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-25225 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-2021-25225?
CVE-2021-25225 affects Trend Micro Trend Micro ServerProtect for Linux.
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