Unvalidated Software Update Vulnerability in Trend Micro Email Encryption Gateway
CVE-2018-6221

8.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Trend Micro
Status
Trend Micro Email Encryption Gateway
Vendor
CVE Published:
15 March 2018

Summary

An unvalidated software update vulnerability in Trend Micro Email Encryption Gateway 5.5 allows a man-in-the-middle attacker to intercept and modify update files. This weakness could enable unauthorized modifications, jeopardizing the system's integrity and security. It is critical for users of this product to apply necessary patches and updates to protect against potential exploits. Monitoring software integrity and employing secure update channels can help mitigate the risks associated with such vulnerabilities.

Affected Version(s)

Trend Micro Email Encryption Gateway 5.5

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44166/
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https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/1119349
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https://www.coresecurity.com/advisories/trend-micro-email...
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EPSS Score

5% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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