Memory Exhaustion Vulnerability in Trend Micro Virus Scan API and Advanced Threat Scan Engine
CVE-2021-25252
5.5MEDIUM
Key Information:
- Vendor
Trend Micro
- Vendor
- CVE Published:
- 3 March 2021
What is CVE-2021-25252?
The Virus Scan API and Advanced Threat Scan Engine by Trend Micro are susceptible to a memory exhaustion vulnerability. When exploited, an attacker can craft a malicious file that leads to system freeze or denial-of-service, severely disrupting operations. Organizations using these products are advised to assess their systems for this vulnerability and implement necessary safeguards to prevent potential exploitation.

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Affected Version(s)
Trend Micro Virus Scan API (VSAPI) Engine 12.0
References
CVSS V3.1
Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged
Timeline
Vulnerability published
Vulnerability Reserved