7.5
Advisory Published
Updated

F5-K000137521

First published: Wed Feb 14 2024(Updated: )

When BIG-IP AFM Device DoS or DoS profile is configured with NXDOMAIN attack vector and bad actor detection, undisclosed queries can cause the Traffic Management Microkernel (TMM) to terminate.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
F5 BIG-IP (AFM + IPS)=17.1.0
17.1.1
F5 BIG-IP (AFM + IPS)=3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of F5-K000137521?

    The severity of F5-K000137521 is high due to its potential to cause a denial of service (DoS) attack.

  • How do I fix F5-K000137521?

    To fix F5-K000137521, upgrade your BIG-IP AFM to a version that patches the vulnerability, such as version 17.1.1 or later.

  • What platforms are affected by F5-K000137521?

    F5-K000137521 affects F5 BIG-IP (AFM) versions 17.1.0 and earlier, and version 3.

  • What type of attack does F5-K000137521 involve?

    F5-K000137521 involves a denial of service (DoS) attack using the NXDOMAIN attack vector.

  • Who is a likely target of F5-K000137521?

    The likely targets of F5-K000137521 are organizations utilizing F5 BIG-IP AFM for network protection.

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