Buffer Overflow Privilege Escalation in Trend Micro Maximum Security

CVE-2018-6233

What is CVE-2018-6233?

A vulnerability exists in Trend Micro Maximum Security 2018, where a buffer overflow within the processing of IOCTL 0x222060 by the tmnciesc.sys driver could be exploited. Local attackers who possess the capability to execute low-privileged code can exploit this flaw to escalate their privileges within the compromised system. Ensuring that systems are updated and protected against such vulnerabilities is crucial for maintaining security.

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