CVE-2025-30679 is a Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF) vulnerability identified in the modOSCE component of Trend Micro Apex Central (on-premise) version 8.0. SSRF vulnerabilities occur when an attacker can manipulate server-side requests to make the server perform unintended actions, often allowing access to internal resources or sensitive information that would otherwise be inaccessible. In this case, the vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker (no privileges required) to manipulate certain parameters that control server requests, potentially causing the Apex Central server to disclose sensitive information. The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 6.5, indicating a medium severity level. The attack vector is network-based (AV:N), requires low attack complexity (AC:L), no privileges (PR:N), but does require user interaction (UI:R), and impacts confidentiality (C:H) without affecting integrity or availability. The scope is unchanged (S:U), meaning the vulnerability affects only the vulnerable component without impacting other components or systems. No known exploits are reported in the wild as of the publication date (June 17, 2025), and no patches have been linked yet. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-918, which specifically relates to SSRF issues. Trend Micro Apex Central is a centralized management console used by organizations to manage endpoint security products, making it a critical component in enterprise security infrastructure. The modOSCE component likely handles certain orchestration or communication tasks, and exploitation of this SSRF could allow attackers to access internal network resources or sensitive configuration data, potentially aiding further attacks or reconnaissance.

For European organizations, the impact of this SSRF vulnerability in Trend Micro Apex Central could be significant, especially for enterprises relying on this product for centralized security management. Successful exploitation could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, such as internal network details, security configurations, or credentials stored or accessible via the vulnerable component. This could facilitate lateral movement within the network, targeted attacks, or data breaches. Since the vulnerability does not affect integrity or availability directly, the immediate operational disruption might be limited; however, the confidentiality breach could have severe consequences, including regulatory non-compliance under GDPR, reputational damage, and potential financial penalties. Organizations in sectors with high security requirements, such as finance, healthcare, critical infrastructure, and government, are particularly at risk. The requirement for user interaction lowers the risk somewhat but does not eliminate it, as phishing or social engineering could be used to trigger the exploit. The lack of known exploits in the wild currently reduces immediate risk but should not lead to complacency, as attackers often develop exploits rapidly after public disclosure.

1. Immediate mitigation should include restricting network access to the Apex Central server, especially limiting inbound traffic to trusted sources only, to reduce exposure to remote attackers. 2. Implement strict input validation and parameter sanitization on the modOSCE component to prevent manipulation of request parameters. 3. Monitor network traffic and logs for unusual outbound requests originating from the Apex Central server that could indicate SSRF exploitation attempts. 4. Employ web application firewalls (WAFs) with rules tailored to detect and block SSRF patterns targeting the Apex Central interfaces. 5. Educate users and administrators about phishing and social engineering risks, as user interaction is required for exploitation. 6. Coordinate with Trend Micro for timely patches or updates and prioritize their deployment once available. 7. Conduct internal security assessments and penetration testing focusing on SSRF vectors within Apex Central deployments. 8. Segment the network to isolate the Apex Central server from sensitive internal resources, minimizing the impact of any SSRF exploitation. 9. Review and harden the configuration of Apex Central, disabling unnecessary services or components that could be leveraged in SSRF attacks.