F5-K000130415: High severity f5 big-ip and big-iq centralized management vulnerability

Published Feb 1, 2023
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Updated

A format string vulnerability exists in iControl SOAP that allows an authenticated attacker to crash the iControl SOAP CGI process or, potentially execute arbitrary code. In appliance mode BIG-IP, a successful exploit of this vulnerability can allow the attacker to cross a security boundary.

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
F5 BIG-IP=17.0.0
17.1.0
F5 BIG-IP>=16.1.2.2<=16.1.3
16.1.3.4
F5 BIG-IP>=15.1.5.1<=15.1.8
15.1.8.2
F5 BIG-IP>=14.1.4.6<=14.1.5
14.1.5.4
F5 BIG-IP=13.1.5

Event History

Feb 1, 2023
Advisory Published
via F5·01:14 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of F5-K000130415?

The severity of F5-K000130415 is considered critical due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix F5-K000130415?

To fix F5-K000130415, update to the latest version of F5 BIG-IP as specified in the advisory.

3

Who is affected by F5-K000130415?

F5-K000130415 affects multiple versions of F5 BIG-IP, including 17.1.0, 16.1.3.4, 15.1.8.2, 14.1.5.4, and 13.1.5.

4

What are the potential impacts of exploiting F5-K000130415?

Exploiting F5-K000130415 can lead to crashing the iControl SOAP CGI process or arbitrary code execution.

5

Is authentication required to exploit F5-K000130415?

Yes, an authenticated attacker is required to exploit F5-K000130415.

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