CVE-2018-5547
First published: Thu Aug 16 2018(Updated: )
Windows Logon Integration feature of F5 BIG-IP APM client prior to version 7.1.7.1 for Windows by default uses Legacy logon mode which uses a SYSTEM account to establish network access. This feature displays a certificate user interface dialog box which contains the link to the certificate policy. By clicking on the link, unprivileged users can open additional dialog boxes and get access to the local machine windows explorer which can be used to get administrator privilege. Windows Logon Integration is vulnerable when the APM client is installed by an administrator on a user machine. Users accessing the local machine can get administrator privileges
Credit: f5sirt@f5.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| F5 Big-ip Access Policy Manager Client | =7.1.6 | |
| F5 Big-ip Access Policy Manager Client | =7.1.6.1 | |
| F5 Big-ip Access Policy Manager Client | =7.1.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-5547?
CVE-2018-5547 is a vulnerability that affects the Windows Logon Integration feature of F5 BIG-IP APM client prior to version 7.1.7.1 for Windows.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5547?
The severity of CVE-2018-5547 is high (7.8).
How does CVE-2018-5547 affect F5 BIG-IP APM client?
CVE-2018-5547 affects the Windows Logon Integration feature of F5 BIG-IP APM client prior to version 7.1.7.1 for Windows.
How can I fix CVE-2018-5547?
To fix CVE-2018-5547, update your F5 BIG-IP APM client to version 7.1.7.1 or later.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-5547?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-5547 on the SecurityTracker and F5 support websites.
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