Installer Package Vulnerability in Trend Micro Security 2020
CVE-2020-27697

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Trend Micro
Status
Trend Micro Security (consumer)
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 November 2020

What is CVE-2020-27697?

The installer package of Trend Micro Security 2020 contains a vulnerability that can be exploited via a symlink attack. By placing a malicious DLL file in an unsecured location, attackers can gain high-level privileges during the installation process. This can result in unauthorized access and potential compromise of the system. It is crucial for users to ensure that the installation process is conducted in a secure environment to mitigate the risk of such vulnerabilities.

Affected Version(s)

Trend Micro Security (Consumer) 2020 (v16)

References

https://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/TMKA-10036
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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