Affected Version(s)
| Product | Affected Version(s) | Platform | Language(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apex One | 2019 (On-prem) | Windows | English |
| Apex One as a Service | SaaS | Windows | English |
| Worry-Free Business Security (WFBS) | 10.0 SP1 | Windows | English |
| Worry-Free Business Security Services (WFBSS) | SaaS | Windows | English |
Solution
Trend Micro has released the following solutions to address the issue:
| Product | Updated Version* | Notes | Platform | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apex One | SP1 Patch 1 (B12380) | Readme | Windows | Now Available |
| Apex One as a Service | July 2023 Monthly Patch (202307) Agent Version: 14.0.12637 | Readme | Windows | Now Available |
| WFBS | 10.0 SP1 Patch 2495 | Readme | Windows | Now Available |
| WFBSS | July 31, 2023 Monthly Maintenance Release Agent Version: 6.7.3578 / 14.3.1105 | Windows | Now Available |
These are the minimum recommended version(s) of the patches and/or builds required to address the issue. Trend Micro highly encourages customers to obtain the latest version of the product if there is a newer one available than the one listed in this bulletin.
Vulnerability Details
CVE-2023-41179: Arbitrary Code Execution VulnerabilityCVSSv3: 9.1: AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
A vulnerability in the 3rd party AV uninstaller module contained in Trend Micro Apex One, Worry-Free Business Security and Worry-Free Business Security Services could allow an attacker to manipulate the module to execute arbitrary commands on an affected installation.
Note that an attacker must first obtain administrative console access on the target system in order to exploit this vulnerability.
Mitigating Factors
Exploiting these type of vulnerabilities generally require that an attacker has access (physical or remote) to a vulnerable machine. In addition to timely application of patches and updated solutions, customers are also advised to review remote access to critical systems and ensure policies and perimeter security is up-to-date.
Customers may also consider restricting access to the product management console.
However, even though an exploit may require several specific conditions to be met, Trend Micro strongly encourages customers to update to the latest builds as soon as possible.
Acknowledgement
Trend Micro would like to thank the following individuals for responsibly disclosing these issues and working with Trend Micro to help protect our customers:
- Trend Micro Research (Internal)