Advisory Published

F5-K000139778

First published: Wed Feb 05 2025(Updated: )

When a BIG-IP PEM Control Plane Listener virtual server is configured with a Diameter Endpoint profile, undisclosed traffic can cause the virtual server to stop processing new client connections and cause an increase in memory resource utilization.

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
F5 BIG-IP Policy Enforcement Manager>=17.1.0<=17.1.1
17.1.2
F5 BIG-IP Policy Enforcement Manager>=16.1.0<=16.1.4
16.1.5
F5 BIG-IP Policy Enforcement Manager>=15.1.0<=15.1.10
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of F5-K000139778?

    The severity of F5-K000139778 is classified as high due to its impact on memory resource utilization and client connection handling.

  • How do I fix F5-K000139778?

    To remediate F5-K000139778, upgrade to the patched versions 17.1.2, 16.1.5, or ensure your 15.1.x version is not vulnerable.

  • Which versions of F5 BIG-IP are affected by F5-K000139778?

    F5-K000139778 affects F5 BIG-IP versions from 15.1.0 to 15.1.10, 16.1.0 to 16.1.4, and 17.1.0 to 17.1.1.

  • What issues does F5-K000139778 cause in BIG-IP PEM?

    F5-K000139778 can cause the BIG-IP PEM virtual server to stop processing new client connections and increases memory resource utilization.

  • Is F5-K000139778 related to any specific configuration in BIG-IP PEM?

    Yes, F5-K000139778 is specifically related to a Diameter Endpoint profile on the BIG-IP PEM Control Plane Listener virtual server.

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