CVE-2015-7759: Input Validation
First published: Tue Jan 12 2016(Updated: )
BIG-IP LTM, AAM, AFM, Analytics, APM, ASM, Link Controller, and PEM 12.0.0 before HF1, when the TCP profile for a virtual server is configured with Congestion Metrics Cache enabled, allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Traffic Management Microkernel (TMM) restart) via crafted ICMP packets, related to Path MTU (PMTU) discovery.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| F5 BIG-IP Analytics | =12.0.0 | |
| f5 big-ip application acceleration manager | =12.0.0 | |
| f5 big-ip link controller | =12.0.0 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager | =12.0.0 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Policy Enforcement Manager | =12.0.0 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager | =12.0.0 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager | =12.0.0 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Application Security Manager | =12.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-7759?
CVE-2015-7759 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service by restarting the Traffic Management Microkernel.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7759?
To fix CVE-2015-7759, apply the latest hotfix for BIG-IP software version 12.0.0.
Which products are affected by CVE-2015-7759?
CVE-2015-7759 affects various F5 BIG-IP products including LTM, AAM, AFM, Analytics, APM, ASM, Link Controller, and PEM version 12.0.0 before HF1.
What impacts does CVE-2015-7759 have on my system?
CVE-2015-7759 allows remote attackers to disrupt services by causing the TMM to restart, leading to possible downtime.
How can I mitigate risks associated with CVE-2015-7759?
To mitigate risks from CVE-2015-7759, users should ensure they are running updated versions of affected software and implement network security measures to monitor ICMP traffic.
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