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CVE-2015-4638: Input Validation

First published: Fri Sep 18 2015(Updated: )

The FastL4 virtual server in F5 BIG-IP LTM, AAM, AFM, Analytics, APM, ASM, GTM, Link Controller, and PEM 11.3.0 through 11.5.2 and 11.6.0 through 11.6.0 HF4, BIG-IP Edge Gateway, WebAccelerator, and WOM 11.2.1 through 11.3.0, and BIG-IP PSM 11.2.1 through 11.4.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Traffic Management Microkernel restart) via a fragmented packet.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager=11.3.0
F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager=11.4.0
F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager=11.4.1
F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager=11.5.0
F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager=11.5.1
F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager=11.5.2
F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager=11.6.0
F5 BIG-IP Analytics=11.3.0
F5 BIG-IP Analytics=11.4.0
F5 BIG-IP Analytics=11.4.1
F5 BIG-IP Analytics=11.5.0
F5 BIG-IP Analytics=11.5.1
F5 BIG-IP Analytics=11.5.2
F5 BIG-IP Analytics=11.6.0
F5 BIG-IP Application Security Manager=11.3.0
F5 BIG-IP Application Security Manager=11.4.0
F5 BIG-IP Application Security Manager=11.4.1
F5 BIG-IP Application Security Manager=11.5.0
F5 BIG-IP Application Security Manager=11.5.1
F5 BIG-IP Application Security Manager=11.5.2
F5 BIG-IP Application Security Manager=11.6.0
F5 BIG-IP Edge Gateway=11.2.1
F5 BIG-IP Edge Gateway=11.3.0
F5 BIG-IP Global Traffic Manager=11.3.0
F5 BIG-IP Global Traffic Manager=11.4.0
F5 BIG-IP Global Traffic Manager=11.4.1
F5 BIG-IP Global Traffic Manager=11.5.0
F5 BIG-IP Global Traffic Manager=11.5.1
F5 BIG-IP Global Traffic Manager=11.5.2
F5 BIG-IP Global Traffic Manager=11.6.0
f5 big-ip link controller=11.3.0
f5 big-ip link controller=11.4.0
f5 big-ip link controller=11.4.1
f5 big-ip link controller=11.5.0
f5 big-ip link controller=11.5.1
f5 big-ip link controller=11.5.2
f5 big-ip link controller=11.6.0
F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager=11.3.0
F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager=11.4.0
F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager=11.4.1
F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager=11.5.0
F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager=11.5.1
F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager=11.5.2
F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager=11.6.0
F5 BIG-IP Policy Enforcement Manager=11.3.0
F5 BIG-IP Policy Enforcement Manager=11.4.0
F5 BIG-IP Policy Enforcement Manager=11.4.1
F5 BIG-IP Policy Enforcement Manager=11.5.0
F5 BIG-IP Policy Enforcement Manager=11.5.1
F5 BIG-IP Policy Enforcement Manager=11.5.2
F5 BIG-IP Policy Enforcement Manager=11.6.0
F5 BIG-IP Protocol Security Manager=11.2.1
F5 BIG-IP Protocol Security Manager=11.3.0
F5 BIG-IP Protocol Security Manager=11.4.0
F5 BIG-IP Protocol Security Manager=11.4.1
F5 BIG-IP WebAccelerator=11.2.1
F5 BIG-IP WebAccelerator=11.3.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2015-4638?

    CVE-2015-4638 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2015-4638?

    To fix CVE-2015-4638, upgrade affected F5 BIG-IP software to versions that contain the necessary security patches.

  • What products are affected by CVE-2015-4638?

    CVE-2015-4638 affects multiple products including F5 BIG-IP LTM, AAM, AFM, Analytics, APM, ASM, GTM, and others in specified versions.

  • Can CVE-2015-4638 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2015-4638 can be exploited remotely by attackers, potentially leading to serious security breaches.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-4638 if I cannot update immediately?

    There are no effective workarounds documented for CVE-2015-4638, making it crucial to apply updates as soon as feasible.

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