Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex One

CVE-2023-52091

What is CVE-2023-52091?

A local privilege escalation vulnerability exists in Trend Micro Apex One due to a flaw in the anti-spyware engine. This issue can potentially be exploited by an attacker who has already managed to execute low-privileged code on a vulnerable system. Successful exploitation allows the attacker to elevate their privileges, thereby gaining increased access and control over the affected installations. Users and administrators are advised to review their systems for vulnerability to ensure proper security measures are in place.

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