Horizon Alert
Summary of the vulnerability and why it matters
Trend Micro OfficeScan versions 11.0 and XG are susceptible to a directory traversal vulnerability. This flaw allows an authenticated attacker to extract files from a zip archive to a designated folder on the OfficeScan server. Such an action could potentially lead to the execution of malicious code on the server.
- Vulnerable Trend Micro OfficeScan
- Flaw allows arbitrary file extraction
- Potential for remote code execution
Attack Path
How an attacker could exploit the issue
An attacker with authenticated access could exploit a directory traversal vulnerability in Trend Micro OfficeScan. This would allow an attacker to extract files from a zip archive to a designated folder on the OfficeScan server. The extracted files could potentially lead to the execution of remote code, depending on the permissions associated with the web service account.
- Authentication required for access.
- Attacker extracts arbitrary zip file.
- Control or impact: remote code execution.
Live Threat
Current exploitation, exposure, and threat context
This vulnerability presents a significant risk as it allows for the potential execution of arbitrary code on the OfficeScan server. Exploitation could lead to the compromise of sensitive data and disruption of business operations. The vulnerability requires successful user authentication to be exploited, and the impact of remote code execution is dependent on the permissions of the web service account.
- Attackers may possess moderate skill.
- User authentication is required for exploitation.
- Business risk is high, necessitating urgent attention.
Priority actions
Operational Fix
Recommended remediation, mitigation, and detection steps
A directory traversal vulnerability in Trend Micro OfficeScan versions 11.0 and XG (12.0) could allow an authenticated attacker to extract arbitrary files to a specific folder on the server. This could potentially lead to remote code execution, depending on the permissions of the web service account. The impact to an organization includes risk to business operations and data security if an attacker gains unauthorized access to systems.
- Identify OfficeScan servers.
- Reduce network exposure to servers.
- Apply vendor updates; validate fix.
