CVE-2023-22281: BIG-IP AFM vulnerability
First published: Wed Feb 01 2023(Updated: )
On versions 17.0.x before 17.0.0.2, 16.1.x before 16.1.3.3, 15.1.x before 15.1.8, 14.1.x before 14.1.5.3, and all versions of 13.1.x, when a BIG-IP AFM NAT policy with a destination NAT rule is configured on a FastL4 virtual server, undisclosed traffic can cause the Traffic Management Microkernel (TMM) to terminate. Note: Software versions which have reached End of Technical Support (EoTS) are not evaluated.
Credit: f5sirt@f5.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager | >=13.1.0<=13.1.5 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager | >=14.1.0<14.1.5.3 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager | >=15.1.0<15.1.8 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager | >=16.1.0<16.1.3.3 | |
| F5 BIG-IP Advanced Firewall Manager | >=17.0.0<17.0.0.2 | |
| F5 BIG-IP (AFM) | =17.0.0 | 17.1.0 |
| F5 BIG-IP (AFM) | >=16.1.0<=16.1.3 | 16.1.3.3 |
| F5 BIG-IP (AFM) | >=15.1.0<=15.1.7 | 15.1.8 |
| F5 BIG-IP (AFM) | >=14.1.0<=14.1.5 | 14.1.5.3 |
| F5 BIG-IP (AFM) | >=13.1.0<=13.1.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-22281?
CVE-2023-22281 is a vulnerability that affects F5 Big-ip Advanced Firewall Manager (AFM) versions 13.1.x, 14.1.x, 15.1.x, 16.1.x, and 17.0.x before certain patch versions.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-22281?
CVE-2023-22281 has a severity rating of 7.5 out of 10, which is considered high.
Which versions of F5 Big-ip Advanced Firewall Manager are affected by CVE-2023-22281?
CVE-2023-22281 affects F5 Big-ip Advanced Firewall Manager (AFM) versions 13.1.x, 14.1.x, 15.1.x, 16.1.x, and 17.0.x before certain patch versions.
How can I fix CVE-2023-22281?
To fix CVE-2023-22281, you need to apply the recommended patches and updates provided by F5 Networks. Make sure you update to the appropriate patched versions for your F5 Big-ip Advanced Firewall Manager (AFM) installation.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-22281?
You can find more information about CVE-2023-22281 on the F5 Networks website at https://my.f5.com/manage/s/article/K46048342.
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