CVE-2024-21782: BIG-IP and BIG-IQ secure copy vulnerability
BIG-IP or BIG-IQ Resource Administrators and Certificate Managers who have access to the secure copy (scp) utility but do not have access to Advanced Shell (bash) can execute arbitrary commands with a specially crafted command string. This vulnerability is due to an incomplete fix for CVE-2020-5873.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
F5 BIG-IP and BIG-IQ Centralized Managementto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 17.1.1 - Upgrade
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F5 BIG-IP and BIG-IQ Centralized Managementto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 16.1.4 - Upgrade
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F5 BIG-IP and BIG-IQ Centralized Managementto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 15.1.9 - Upgrade
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F5 BIG-IP and BIG-IQ Centralized Managementto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 8.4.0
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-21782?
The severity of CVE-2024-21782 is classified as critical due to the potential for arbitrary command execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-21782?
To fix CVE-2024-21782, upgrade to F5 BIG-IP version 17.1.1, 16.1.4, or 15.1.9, or apply the latest patches provided by F5.
Which F5 products are affected by CVE-2024-21782?
F5 BIG-IP and F5 BIG-IQ Centralized Management products are affected by CVE-2024-21782.
Can CVE-2024-21782 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2024-21782 can be exploited remotely by users who have access to the secure copy (scp) utility without advanced shell access.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-21782?
Currently, the best approach for CVE-2024-21782 is to apply the recommended updates from F5 as no effective workaround has been provided.