CVE-2024-24966: F5OS vulnerability

Published Feb 14, 2024
·
Updated

When LDAP remote authentication is configured on F5OS, a remote user without an assigned role will be incorrectly authorized.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
F5 F5OS=1.2.0
1.3.0
F5 F5OS>=1.3.0<=1.5.1
1.6.0
F5 F5OS=1.2.0
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 1.3.0
  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 F5·01:28 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-2024-24966?

The severity of CVE-2024-24966 has not been explicitly rated, but it affects user authorization and can lead to unauthorized access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-24966?

To fix CVE-2024-24966, update your F5OS software to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2024-24966?

CVE-2024-24966 affects F5OS-A version 1.2.0 and F5OS-C versions between 1.3.0 and 1.5.1.

4

Can CVE-2024-24966 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-24966 can be exploited remotely due to the improper authorization of users during LDAP authentication.

5

What happens if a remote user without an assigned role accesses F5OS in CVE-2024-24966?

A remote user without an assigned role may gain unauthorized access due to incorrect authorization mechanisms in place.

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