Incomplete SSL Server Certification Validation in Trend Micro Security 2019
CVE-2020-15604

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Trend Micro
Status
Trend Micro Security (consumer)
Vendor
CVE Published:
24 September 2020

Summary

An incomplete SSL server certification validation vulnerability exists in Trend Micro Security 2019 (v15), which could enable an attacker to exploit this flaw alongside other methods. This may mislead an affected client into downloading a malicious update, compromising the security of their system. The vulnerability stems from the update files not being properly verified, categorized under CWE-494. Existing users are advised to review security practices and ensure updates are obtained from trusted sources.

Affected Version(s)

Trend Micro Security (Consumer) 2019 (v15)

References

https://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/TMKA-09890
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https://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/ja-jp/article/TMKA-09673
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https://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN60093979/
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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