7.5
Advisory Published

F5-K000137416

First published: Wed Feb 14 2024(Updated: )

When a BIG-IP Advanced WAF or BIG-IP ASM policy with a Request Body Handling option is attached to a virtual server, undisclosed requests can cause the BD process to terminate. The condition results from setting the Request Body Handling option in the Header-Based Content Profile for an Allowed URL with "Apply value and content signatures and detect threat campaigns."

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
F5 BIG-IP Advanced Web Application Firewall=17.1.0
17.1.1
F5 BIG-IP Advanced Web Application Firewall

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of F5-K000137416?

    The vulnerability F5-K000137416 has not been publicly assigned a CVSS score, but it may lead to service disruption if exploited.

  • How do I fix F5-K000137416?

    To mitigate the effects of F5-K000137416, ensure that your BIG-IP Advanced WAF or ASM is updated to a patched version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Which versions are affected by F5-K000137416?

    F5-K000137416 affects BIG-IP Advanced WAF and ASM, particularly version 17.1.0 and potentially earlier versions.

  • What components of F5 BIG-IP are impacted by F5-K000137416?

    The BD process termination issue described in F5-K000137416 impacts the Request Body Handling option in advanced web application policies.

  • Is there a workaround for F5-K000137416?

    Currently, specific workarounds for F5-K000137416 are not documented, so users are encouraged to apply available patches as a preventative measure.

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