CVE-2021-32462

Name: CVE-2021-32462
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2021-07-08T11:15:12.03+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 5.23%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2021-32462 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Trend Micro Password Manager (Consumer) version 5.0.0.1217 and below is vulnerable to an Exposed Hazardous Function Remote Code Execution vulnerability which could allow an unprivileged client to manipulate the registry and escalate privileges to SYSTEM on affected installations. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability.. EPSS estimates a 5.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Trend Micro Password Manager (Consumer) version 5.0.0.1217 and below is vulnerable to an Exposed Hazardous Function Remote Code Execution vulnerability which could allow an unprivileged client to manipulate the registry and escalate privileges to SYSTEM on affected installations. Authentication is required to exploit this vulnerability.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.8/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

5.23%

91.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Trendmicro	Password Manager	<= 5.0.0.1217

References

https://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/TMKA-10388Vendor Advisory
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-774/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://helpcenter.trendmicro.com/en-us/article/TMKA-10388Vendor Advisory
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-774/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Jul 8, 2021
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2021-32462?

How severe is CVE-2021-32462?

CVE-2021-32462 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 5.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2021-32462?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2021-32462?

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Source: NVD / NIST