CVE-2024-23607: F5OS QKView utility vulnerability

Published Feb 14, 2024
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Updated

A directory traversal vulnerability exists in the F5OS QKView utility that allows an authenticated attacker to read files outside the QKView directory.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
F5 F5OS>=1.3.0<=1.3.2
1.4.0
F5 F5OS>=1.3.0<=1.5.1
1.6.0
F5 F5OS>=1.3.0<1.4.0
F5 F5OS>=1.3.0<1.6.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade F5 F5OS to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.4.0
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade F5 F5OS to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.6.0

Event History

Feb 14, 2024
Advisory Published
via F5·01:17 PM
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:30 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-23607?

CVE-2024-23607 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow authenticated attackers to access sensitive files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-23607?

To resolve CVE-2024-23607, upgrade to F5OS-A version 1.4.0 or later, or F5OS-C version 1.6.0 or later.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2024-23607?

CVE-2024-23607 affects F5OS-A versions 1.3.0 to 1.4.0 and F5OS-C versions 1.3.0 to 1.6.0.

4

Can CVE-2024-23607 be exploited remotely?

Although CVE-2024-23607 requires authentication, it can still be exploited remotely by authenticated users.

5

What impact does CVE-2024-23607 have on system security?

CVE-2024-23607 allows attackers to read files outside of the intended directory, potentially exposing sensitive information.

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