#VU58441 Security features bypass in Trend Micro Security (Consumer) - CVE-2021-43772

Vulnerability identifier: #VU58441

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.1 [CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-43772

CWE-ID: CWE-254

Exploitation vector: Local

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Trend Micro Security (Consumer)
Client/Desktop applications / Software for system administration

Vendor: Trend Micro

Description

The vulnerability allows a local user to bypass implemented security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to unspecified error in the Folder Shield feature of Trend Micro Security. A local user can modify files inside the Folder Shield protected folder without detection.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Trend Micro Security (Consumer): 15 - 17.6

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External links
https://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/TMKA-10855

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

No. This vulnerability can be exploited locally. The attacker should have authentication credentials and successfully authenticate on the system.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.