Trend Micro VPN Proxy One Pro Link Following Denial-of-Service Vulnerability
Vulnerability Details
This vulnerability allows local attackers to create a denial-of-service condition on affected installations of Trend Micro VPN Proxy One Pro. An attacker must first obtain the ability to execute low-privileged code on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability.
The specific flaw exists within the Vpn Background Controller. By creating a symbolic link, an attacker can abuse the application to create a file. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to create a denial-of-service condition on the system.
Additional Details
Trend Micro has issued an update to correct this vulnerability. More details can be found at:
https://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/tmka-07247
Disclosure Timeline
- 2024-01-28 - Vulnerability reported to vendor
- 2024-06-10 - Coordinated public release of advisory
- 2024-07-01 - Advisory Updated
Credit
Hashim Jawad (@ihack4falafel)
