CVE-2018-5549: Input Validation
On BIG-IP APM 11.6.0-11.6.3.1, 12.1.0-12.1.3.3, 13.0.0, and 13.1.0-13.1.0.3, APMD may core when processing SAML Assertion or response containing certain elements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-5549?
CVE-2018-5549 is considered to have a medium severity rating due to its potential impact on service availability.
How do I fix CVE-2018-5549?
To fix CVE-2018-5549, users should upgrade to the patched versions of BIG-IP APM, specifically versions higher than 11.6.3.1, 12.1.3.3, and 13.1.0.3.
What products are affected by CVE-2018-5549?
CVE-2018-5549 affects F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager versions 11.6.0 to 11.6.3.1, 12.1.0 to 12.1.3.3, and 13.0.0 to 13.1.0.3.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-5549?
CVE-2018-5549 is a denial-of-service vulnerability that may cause APMD to crash when processing certain SAML assertions.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2018-5549?
Currently, there are no publicly available workarounds for CVE-2018-5549; upgrading to a secure version is recommended.