CVE-2017-6141: Input Validation
First published: Wed Jul 12 2017(Updated: )
In F5 BIG-IP LTM, AAM, AFM, APM, ASM, Link Controller, PEM, and WebSafe 12.1.0 through 12.1.2, certain values in a TLS abbreviated handshake when using a client SSL profile with the Session Ticket option enabled may cause disruption of service to the Traffic Management Microkernel (TMM). The Session Ticket option is disabled by default.
Credit: f5sirt@f5.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| F5 Access Policy Manager | =12.1.0 | |
| F5 Access Policy Manager | =12.1.1 | |
| F5 Access Policy Manager | =12.1.2 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager | =12.1.0 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager | =12.1.1 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager | =12.1.2 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Application Acceleration Manager | =12.1.0 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Application Acceleration Manager | =12.1.1 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Application Acceleration Manager | =12.1.2 | |
| F5 Application Security Manager | =12.1.0 | |
| F5 Application Security Manager | =12.1.1 | |
| F5 Application Security Manager | =12.1.2 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Link Controller | =12.1.0 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Link Controller | =12.1.1 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Link Controller | =12.1.2 | |
| Riverbed SteelApp Traffic Manager | =12.1.0 | |
| Riverbed SteelApp Traffic Manager | =12.1.1 | |
| Riverbed SteelApp Traffic Manager | =12.1.2 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Policy Enforcement Manager | =12.1.0 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Policy Enforcement Manager | =12.1.1 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Policy Enforcement Manager | =12.1.2 | |
| F5 WebSafe | =12.1.0 | |
| F5 WebSafe | =12.1.1 | |
| F5 WebSafe | =12.1.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6141?
CVE-2017-6141 has a medium severity rating as it can lead to a disruption of service for affected systems.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6141?
To fix CVE-2017-6141, you should upgrade to the latest patched version of F5 BIG-IP products that addresses this vulnerability.
Which F5 BIG-IP versions are affected by CVE-2017-6141?
CVE-2017-6141 affects F5 BIG-IP versions 12.1.0 through 12.1.2 across several modules including LTM and APM.
What kind of disruptions can CVE-2017-6141 cause?
CVE-2017-6141 can cause disruptions in service to the Traffic Management Microkernel (TMM), impacting the functionality of the devices.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2017-6141?
While the best solution is to apply the appropriate software update, users may also consider disabling the Session Ticket option in their SSL profiles as a temporary measure.
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