CVE-2019-18190

Trend Micro Security (Consumer) 2020 (v16.x) is affected by a vulnerability in where null pointer dereference errors result in the crash of application, which…

published December 9, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
85.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky null pointer dereference lurks in Trend Micro Security 2020, which could crash the application and potentially allow unsigned code execution! Picture a restaurant kitchen where the chefs are ready to whip up magic, but they suddenly discover they’re missing a key ingredient — chaos ensues, orders crash, and who knows what ends up on the plates! This null pointer dereference is that missing ingredient, derailing the application when expected inputs are absent. If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to application crashes, leaving users in a lurch and potentially opening doors for unsigned code execution. While no widespread exploitation has been reported, the risk of unexpected behavior can still create a frustrating and concerning user experience.

Put simply

Picture a restaurant kitchen where the chefs are ready to whip up magic, but they suddenly discover they’re missing a key ingredient — chaos ensues, orders crash, and who knows what ends up on the plates! This null pointer dereference is that missing ingredient, derailing the application when expected inputs are absent. The vulnerability occurs due to a null pointer dereference error in Trend Micro Security (Consumer) 2020 (v16.x), leading to potential crashes that might allow for unsigned code execution under specific conditions.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to application crashes, leaving users in a lurch and potentially opening doors for unsigned code execution. While no widespread exploitation has been reported, the risk of unexpected behavior can still create a frustrating and concerning user experience. To mitigate this vulnerability, ensure that you update to the latest version of Trend Micro Security. Regularly check for patches and follow best practices for application security to safeguard against unexpected crashes. Don't forget to review your application logs for any unusual activity. You've got this! Stay vigilant with updates, and your security hero status is activated! 🦸

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02684 · 85.7th percentile
Published
2019-12-09T18:50Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 09 DEC 18:50Z
    Trend Micro Security (Consumer) 2020 (v16.x) is affected by a vulnerability in where null pointer dereference errors result in the crash of application, which…
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