CVE-2020-5898
First published: Tue May 12 2020(Updated: )
In versions 7.1.5-7.1.9, BIG-IP Edge Client Windows Stonewall driver does not sanitize the pointer received from the userland. A local user on the Windows client system can send crafted DeviceIoControl requests to \\.\urvpndrv device causing the Windows kernel to crash.
Credit: f5sirt@f5.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| F5 Big-ip Access Policy Manager | >=11.6.1<=11.6.5.1 | |
| F5 Big-ip Access Policy Manager | >=12.1.0<=12.1.5.1 | |
| F5 Big-ip Access Policy Manager | >=13.1.0<=13.1.3.3 | |
| F5 Big-ip Access Policy Manager | >=14.1.0<=14.1.2.5 | |
| F5 Big-ip Access Policy Manager | >=15.0.0<=15.1.0.3 | |
| F5 Big-ip Access Policy Manager Client | >=7.1.5<=7.1.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-5898?
CVE-2020-5898 is a vulnerability in the BIG-IP Edge Client Windows Stonewall driver that allows a local user to crash the Windows kernel by sending crafted DeviceIoControl requests.
Which versions of F5 Big-IP Access Policy Manager are affected by CVE-2020-5898?
Versions 11.6.1 to 11.6.5.1, 12.1.0 to 12.1.5.1, 13.1.0 to 13.1.3.3, 14.1.0 to 14.1.2.5, and 15.0.0 to 15.1.0.3 of F5 Big-IP Access Policy Manager are affected by CVE-2020-5898.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-5898?
CVE-2020-5898 has a severity rating of 5.5, which is considered medium.
How can I fix CVE-2020-5898?
To fix CVE-2020-5898, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of F5 Big-IP Access Policy Manager that is not affected by the vulnerability. More details can be found in the F5 advisory linked in the references.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-5898?
More information about CVE-2020-5898 can be found in the F5 advisory at the following link: [F5 Advisory CVE-2020-5898](https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K69154630)
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