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CVE-2021-23139

7.5 · HIGH

A null pointer vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex One and Worry-Free Business Security 10.0 SP1 could allow an attacker to crash the CGI program on affected installations.

Published Oct 21, 2021CWE-476EPSS 1.11%

Overview

CVE-2021-23139 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 21, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

A null pointer vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex One and Worry-Free Business Security 10.0 SP1 could allow an attacker to crash the CGI program on affected installations.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-23139?

CVE-2021-23139 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 21, 2021 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2021-23139?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2021-23139?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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