CVE-2020-5946
First published: Thu Nov 05 2020(Updated: )
In BIG-IP Advanced WAF and FPS versions 16.0.0-16.0.0.1, 15.1.0-15.1.0.5, and 14.1.0-14.1.2.7, under some circumstances, certain format client-side alerts sent to the BIG-IP virtual server configured with DataSafe may cause the Traffic Management Microkernel (TMM) to restart, resulting in a Denial-of-Service (DoS).
Credit: f5sirt@f5.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| F5 BIG-IP Advanced WAF/ASM | >=14.1.0<14.1.2.8 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Advanced WAF/ASM | >15.1.0<15.1.1 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Advanced WAF/ASM | >=16.0.0<16.0.1 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Fraud Protection Service | >=14.1.0<14.1.2.8 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Fraud Protection Service | >=15.1.0<15.1.1 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Fraud Protection Service | >=16.0.0<16.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-5946?
CVE-2020-5946 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2020-5946?
To fix CVE-2020-5946, upgrade to a patched version of F5 BIG-IP Advanced WAF or FPS that is not vulnerable.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-5946?
CVE-2020-5946 affects BIG-IP versions 16.0.0-16.0.0.1, 15.1.0-15.1.0.5, and 14.1.0-14.1.2.7.
What does CVE-2020-5946 allow an attacker to do?
CVE-2020-5946 may allow an attacker to cause a Denial of Service by triggering the Traffic Management Microkernel to restart.
Is CVE-2020-5946 a remote or local vulnerability?
CVE-2020-5946 is considered a remote vulnerability as it can be exploited from a distance.
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