Quest InTrust 'AnnotateX.dll' Uninitialized Pointer Code Execution Vulnerability
Publish date: May 11, 2018
Severity: CRITICAL
DESCRIPTION
Quest InTrust is prone to a remote code-execution vulnerability because the application fails to perform adequate boundary checks on user-supplied data.
Successfully exploiting this issue allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the application (typically Internet Explorer) using the ActiveX control. Failed exploit attempts will likely result in denial-of-service conditions.
TREND MICRO PROTECTION INFORMATION
- Apply associated Trend Micro DPI Rules.
- Update your software to the latest releases. You may do so for this particular software here: https://support.quest.com/intrust/download-new-releases
SOLUTION
Trend Micro Deep Security DPI Rule Name: 1004989 - Quest InTrust 'AnnotateX.dll' Uninitialized Pointer Code Execution Vulnerability
AFFECTED SOFTWARE AND VERSION
- Quest InTrust 10.4.0.853 and earlier
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