CVE-2017-6160: Medium severity f5 big-ip application acceleration manager vulnerability
In F5 BIG-IP AAM and PEM software version 12.0.0 to 12.1.1, 11.6.0 to 11.6.1, 11.4.1 to 11.5.4, a remote attacker may create maliciously crafted HTTP request to cause Traffic Management Microkernel (TMM) to restart and temporarily fail to process traffic. This issue is exposed on virtual servers using a Policy Enforcement profile or a Web Acceleration profile. Systems that do not have BIG-IP AAM module provisioned are not vulnerable. The Traffic Management Microkernel (TMM) may restart and temporarily fail to process traffic. Systems that do not have BIG-IP AAM or PEM module provisioned are not vulnerable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-6160?
CVE-2017-6160 has a medium severity rating due to its ability to cause temporary disruption of service.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6160?
To fix CVE-2017-6160, update your F5 BIG-IP AAM and PEM software to a version that is not affected, specifically versions after 12.1.1.
What are the affected versions for CVE-2017-6160?
CVE-2017-6160 affects F5 BIG-IP AAM and PEM software versions 11.4.0 to 12.1.1.
Can CVE-2017-6160 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-6160 can be exploited remotely by sending a maliciously crafted HTTP request.
What impact does CVE-2017-6160 have on system performance?
CVE-2017-6160 can lead to a restart of the Traffic Management Microkernel (TMM), causing temporary failures in traffic processing.