Localhost Request Vulnerability in Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance
CVE-2020-8464

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Trend Micro
Status
Trend Micro Interscan Web Security Virtual Appliance
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 December 2020

Summary

A vulnerability exists in Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance 6.5 SP2 that enables attackers to craft requests mimicking those originating from the localhost. This flaw can potentially expose the product's admin interface to unauthorized users, facilitating access that shouldn’t typically be granted. It underscores the importance of monitoring and securing administrative access to prevent unauthorized exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

Trend Micro InterScan Web Security Virtual Appliance 6.5 SP2

References

https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000283077
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https://sec-consult.com/vulnerability-lab/advisory/multip...
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CVSS V3.1

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

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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