F5-K000132420: High severity f5 big-ip and big-iq centralized management vulnerability

Published Oct 10, 2023
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Updated

When IPsec is configured on a virtual server, undisclosed traffic can cause the Traffic Management Microkernel (TMM) to terminate.

Affected Software

5 affected componentsFixes available
F5 BIG-IP
17.1.0
F5 BIG-IP>=16.1.0<=16.1.3
16.1.4
F5 BIG-IP>=15.1.0<=15.1.8
15.1.9
F5 BIG-IP>=14.1.0<=14.1.5
F5 BIG-IP>=13.1.0<=13.1.5

Event History

Oct 10, 2023
Advisory Published
via F5·10:03 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of F5-K000132420?

The severity of F5-K000132420 is considered high due to its potential to terminate the Traffic Management Microkernel.

2

How do I fix F5-K000132420?

To fix F5-K000132420, upgrade to the specified fixed versions of F5 BIG-IP as outlined in the security advisory.

3

What versions of F5 BIG-IP are affected by F5-K000132420?

F5-K000132420 affects various versions of F5 BIG-IP including versions between 13.1.0 and 13.1.5, 14.1.0 and 14.1.5, and others as specified in the advisory.

4

What problems can F5-K000132420 cause to my system?

F5-K000132420 can cause undisclosed traffic to terminate the Traffic Management Microkernel, impacting service reliability.

5

Is there a workaround for F5-K000132420?

There are no documented workarounds for F5-K000132420; upgrading to a fixed version is the recommended mitigation.

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