CVE-2022-41806: BIG-IP AFM NAT64 Policy Vulnerability CVE-2022-41806
In versions 16.1.x before 16.1.3.2 and 15.1.x before 15.1.5.1, when BIG-IP AFM Network Address Translation policy with IPv6/IPv4 translation rules is configured on a virtual server, undisclosed requests can cause an increase in memory resource utilization.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
F5 BIG-IP AFM NAT64to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 16.1.3.2 - Upgrade
Upgrade
F5 BIG-IP AFM NAT64to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 15.1.5.1 - Compensating control
If you cannot upgrade immediately, remove/avoid configuring a BIG-IP AFM NAT64 policy with IPv6/IPv4 translation rules on a virtual server, since this is the impacted configuration path for CVE-2022-41806.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2022-41806.
What is the title of this vulnerability?
The title of this vulnerability is 'In versions 16.1.x before 16.1.3.2 and 15.1.x before 15.1.5.1 when BIG-IP AFM Network Address Transl…'.
What is the description of this vulnerability?
In versions 16.1.x before 16.1.3.2 and 15.1.x before 15.1.5.1, when BIG-IP AFM Network Address Translation policy with IPv6/IPv4 translation rules is configured on a virtual server, undisclosed requests can cause an increase in memory resource utilization.
Which software versions are affected by this vulnerability?
Versions 16.1.x before 16.1.3.2 and 15.1.x before 15.1.5.1 of F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager are affected by this vulnerability.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-41806?
The severity of CVE-2022-41806 is high with a severity value of 7.5.
How can this vulnerability be fixed?
To fix this vulnerability, update to versions 16.1.3.2 or later for 16.1.x and 15.1.5.1 or later for 15.1.x of F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager.
Is there any additional reference for this vulnerability?
Yes, you can find additional information about this vulnerability at this reference: [https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K00721320](https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K00721320).
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for this vulnerability?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for this vulnerability is 400.