CVE-2021-36742

Known Exploited

Description

A improper input validation vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex One, Apex One as a Service, OfficeScan XG and Worry-Free Business Security 10.0 SP1 allows a local attacker to escalate privileges on affected installations. Please note: an attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability.

Category

7.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 1.03% Top 25%
KEV Since 
Vendor Advisory trendmicro.com Vendor Advisory trendmicro.com Vendor Advisory trendmicro.com Vendor Advisory trendmicro.com
Affected: Trend Micro Trend Micro Apex One
Affected: Trend Micro Trend Micro OfficeScan
Affected: Trend Micro Trend Micro Worry-Free Business Security
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References

Link Tags
https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000287819 vendor advisory
https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000287820 vendor advisory
https://success.trendmicro.com/jp/solution/000287796 vendor advisory
https://success.trendmicro.com/jp/solution/000287815 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-36742?
CVE-2021-36742 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-36742?
To fix CVE-2021-36742, 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-2021-36742 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is confirmed that CVE-2021-36742 is actively exploited. Be extra cautious if you are using vulnerable components. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-36742?
CVE-2021-36742 affects Trend Micro Trend Micro Apex One, Trend Micro Trend Micro OfficeScan, Trend Micro Trend Micro Worry-Free Business Security.
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