CVE-2023-52325

Name: CVE-2023-52325
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2024-01-23T21:15:09.383+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 4.54%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2023-52325 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A local file inclusion vulnerability in one of Trend Micro Apex Central's widgets could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on affected installations. Please note: this vulnerability must be used in conjunction with another one to exploit an affected system. In addition, an attacker must first obtain a valid set of credentials on target system in order to exploit this vulnerability.. EPSS estimates a 4.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A local file inclusion vulnerability in one of Trend Micro Apex Central's widgets could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on affected installations. Please note: this vulnerability must be used in conjunction with another one to exploit an affected system. In addition, an attacker must first obtain a valid set of credentials on target system in order to exploit this vulnerability.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

7.5/10

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

EPSS Probability

4.54%

90.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-98

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Trendmicro	Apex Central	2019

References

https://success.trendmicro.com/dcx/s/solution/000296153?language=en_USVendor Advisory
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-024/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://success.trendmicro.com/dcx/s/solution/000296153?language=en_USVendor Advisory
https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-24-024/Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Jan 23, 2024
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2023-52325?

How severe is CVE-2023-52325?

CVE-2023-52325 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 4.54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2023-52325?

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-2023-52325?

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Source: NVD / NIST