CVE-2016-5023: High severity f5 big-ip edge gateway vulnerability
Virtual servers in F5 BIG-IP systems 11.2.1 HF11 through HF15, 11.4.1 HF4 through HF10, 11.5.3 through 11.5.4, 11.6.0 HF5 through HF7, and 12.0.0, when configured with a TCP profile, allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Traffic Management Microkernel restart) via crafted network traffic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-5023?
CVE-2016-5023 has a critical severity level due to its potential to cause remote denial of service attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5023?
To mitigate CVE-2016-5023, upgrade your F5 BIG-IP systems to the patched versions recommended by F5.
Which F5 BIG-IP versions are affected by CVE-2016-5023?
CVE-2016-5023 affects F5 BIG-IP versions 11.2.1 HF11 through HF15, 11.4.1 HF4 through HF10, 11.5.3 through 11.5.4, 11.6.0 HF5 through HF7, and 12.0.0.
What kind of attack is CVE-2016-5023 related to?
CVE-2016-5023 is related to denial of service attacks that can restart the Traffic Management Microkernel.
Can CVE-2016-5023 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-5023 can be exploited remotely by attackers sending crafted network traffic.