CVE-2018-5536
First published: Wed Jul 25 2018(Updated: )
A remote attacker via undisclosed measures, may be able to exploit an F5 BIG-IP APM 13.0.0-13.1.0.7 or 12.1.0-12.1.3.5 virtual server configured with an APM per-request policy object and cause a memory leak in the APM module.
Credit: f5sirt@f5.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| F5 Access Policy Manager | >=12.1.0<=12.1.3.5 | |
| F5 Access Policy Manager | >=13.0.0<=13.1.0.7 | |
| F5 Access Policy Manager | =14.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5536?
CVE-2018-5536 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause memory leaks.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5536?
To fix CVE-2018-5536, upgrade your F5 BIG-IP APM software to a version beyond 13.1.0.7 or 12.1.3.5.
What systems are affected by CVE-2018-5536?
CVE-2018-5536 affects F5 BIG-IP APM versions 12.1.0 to 12.1.3.5, and 13.0.0 to 13.1.0.7.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2018-5536?
CVE-2018-5536 can be exploited by a remote attacker leveraging insufficient measures related to an APM per-request policy.
What is the impact of CVE-2018-5536 on a system?
The impact of CVE-2018-5536 is primarily a memory leak in the APM module, which may affect system performance.
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