Advisory Published
Updated

F5-K000132768

First published: Wed May 03 2023(Updated: )

A directory traversal vulnerability exists in an undisclosed page of the BIG-IP Configuration utility that may allow an authenticated attacker to read files with an .xml extension. Access to restricted information is limited and the attacker does not control what information is obtained.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
F5 BIG-IP and BIG-IQ Centralized Management=17.0.0
17.1.0
F5 BIG-IP and BIG-IQ Centralized Management>=16.1.0<=16.1.3
16.1.3.4
F5 BIG-IP and BIG-IQ Centralized Management>=15.1.0<=15.1.8
15.1.8.2
F5 BIG-IP and BIG-IQ Centralized Management>=14.1.0<=14.1.5
14.1.5.4
F5 BIG-IP and BIG-IQ Centralized Management>=13.1.0<=13.1.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of F5-K000132768?

    The severity of F5-K000132768 is high due to its potential impact allowing unauthorized access to sensitive files.

  • How do I fix F5-K000132768?

    To fix F5-K000132768, upgrade to the appropriate versions specified in the advisory for your affected BIG-IP product.

  • Who is affected by F5-K000132768?

    F5-K000132768 affects users of the F5 BIG-IP and BIG-IQ Centralized Management products running specific vulnerable versions.

  • What kind of information can be accessed through F5-K000132768?

    F5-K000132768 may allow attackers to read files with an .xml extension, potentially exposing configuration and sensitive data.

  • Is authentication required to exploit F5-K000132768?

    Yes, F5-K000132768 requires authentication, meaning an attacker must be a logged-in user to exploit this vulnerability.

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