CVE-2020-8601
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.40%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8601 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Trend Micro Vulnerability Protection 2.0 is affected by a vulnerability that could allow an attack to use the product installer to load other DLL files located in the same directory.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Trend Micro Vulnerability Protection 2.0 is affected by a vulnerability that could allow an attack to use the product installer to load other DLL files located in the same directory.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Trendmicro | Vulnerability Protection | 2.0 |
References
- https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000241963Vendor Advisory
- https://success.trendmicro.com/solution/000241963Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8601?
Trend Micro Vulnerability Protection 2.0 is affected by a vulnerability that could allow an attack to use the product installer to load other DLL files located in the same directory.
How severe is CVE-2020-8601?
CVE-2020-8601 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8601?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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