CVE-2021-28649

Description

An incorrect permission vulnerability in the product installer for Trend Micro HouseCall for Home Networks version 5.3.1179 and below could allow an attacker to escalate privileges by placing arbitrary code on a specified folder and have that code be executed by an Administrator who is running a scan. Please note that an attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system to exploit this vulnerability.

References

Link	Tags
https://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/TMKA-10310	vendor advisory
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-474/	vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-28649?: CVE-2021-28649 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-28649?: To fix CVE-2021-28649, 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-2021-28649 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-28649 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-2021-28649?: CVE-2021-28649 affects Trend Micro Trend Micro HouseCall for Home Networks.

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Description

Category

CWE-276 – Incorrect Default Permissions

References

Frequently Asked Questions