CVE-2022-26871VulnerabilityPublished 03/31/2022Updated 10/24/2026

CVE-2022-26871: Trend Micro Apex Central Arbitrary File Upload Vulnerability

Affects Trend Micro Apex CentralSource CISA KEV

Severity

High

No CVSS score published yet

Exploitation: Actively exploited – in CISA KEV since 03/31/2022
KEV deadline: 04/21/2022
EPSS: 19.5% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 97% of CVEs

What to do

CISA required action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-26871 (opens in a new tab)

Description

CVE-2022-26871 is an arbitrary file upload vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex Central that could allow remote code execution. It has been exploited in the wild. No specific affected versions or patch information are provided in the available data.

Summary

This vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex Central allows an attacker to upload arbitrary files, potentially leading to remote code execution. The vulnerability is identified as CWE-184 and has been confirmed to be exploited in the wild. No detailed version information or patch status is provided in the source data.

Impact

Successful exploitation could enable attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely on affected systems running Trend Micro Apex Central, potentially leading to full system compromise. The vulnerability has been exploited in the wild, indicating active threat.

Mitigation

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until official fixes are available, monitor vendor communications closely for updates.

Weaknesses

CWE-184Unclassified weakness (opens in a new tab)

What to do

Description

AnalysisAI-generated, updated 10/24/2026, 11:25:34 UTC

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