CVE-2025-20029: Command Injection
First published: Wed Feb 05 2025(Updated: )
A command injection vulnerability exists in iControl REST and the BIG-IP TMOS Shell (tmsh), which may allow an authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary system commands.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| F5 BIG-IP | >=17.1.0<=17.1.2 | 17.1.2.1 |
| F5 BIG-IP | >=16.1.0<=16.1.5 | 16.1.5.2 |
| F5 BIG-IP | >=15.1.0<=15.1.10 | 15.1.10.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-20029?
CVE-2025-20029 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary commands.
How do I fix CVE-2025-20029?
To fix CVE-2025-20029, F5 has released updated versions of BIG-IP that must be applied to the affected systems.
Which versions of F5 BIG-IP are affected by CVE-2025-20029?
CVE-2025-20029 affects F5 BIG-IP versions 15.1.0 through 15.1.10, 16.1.0 through 16.1.5, and 17.1.0 through 17.1.2.
Can CVE-2025-20029 be exploited remotely?
The exploitation of CVE-2025-20029 requires authentication, making it an issue that could potentially be targeted by internal attackers.
What systems are vulnerable to CVE-2025-20029?
The systems vulnerable to CVE-2025-20029 include those running specific versions of F5 BIG-IP and its iControl REST and BIG-IP TMOS Shell.
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