User-Mode Hooking Vulnerability in Trend Micro Maximum Security
CVE-2018-3608

9.8CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor
CVE Published:
6 July 2018

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

Summary

A vulnerability in Trend Micro Maximum Security 2018 allows attackers to craft specific packets that can manipulate the system. This manipulation may enable the injection of malicious code into other processes, potentially leading to unauthorized access or further exploitation. Systems running versions 12.0.1191 and below are particularly at risk.

Affected Version(s)

Trend Micro Maximum Security (Consumer) 2018 (12.0.1191)

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.8
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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