Description

CVE-2024-58104 is a security vulnerability affecting the Trend Micro Apex One Security Agent Plug-in User Interface Manager. This vulnerability allows a local attacker who has already gained the ability to execute low-privileged code on a targeted system to bypass existing security measures and execute arbitrary code. With an SVRS score of 38, the vulnerability is considered low risk.

Key Insights

1. Local Access Requirement: The exploit requires the attacker to already have local access with the ability to execute low-privileged code. This significantly limits the scope of potential attacks. This does not mean it can be ignored as a low privileged user can still cause damage.
2. Trend Micro Apex One Impact: The vulnerability specifically affects the Trend Micro Apex One Security Agent Plug-in User Interface Manager, meaning systems not utilizing this component are not vulnerable.
3. Arbitrary Code Execution: Successful exploitation allows the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially leading to full system compromise, data theft, or other malicious activities.

Mitigation Strategies

1. Apply the Patch: The most immediate and effective mitigation is to apply the security patch released by Trend Micro to address CVE-2024-58104. Ensure all Apex One Security Agents are updated promptly.
2. Principle of Least Privilege: Review and reinforce the principle of least privilege within the organization to minimize the impact should an attacker gain initial low-privileged access. Limit user permissions and access rights to only what is necessary for their roles.
3. Monitor for Suspicious Activity: Implement robust monitoring solutions to detect unusual or unauthorized code execution attempts on endpoints. Focus on behavior-based detection rules to identify malicious activity even if the specific exploit is not yet known.

Additional Information

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