F5-K000148256: Input Validation

Published Oct 25, 2024
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Updated

libarchive version commit 9693801580c0cf7c70e862d305270a16b52826a7 onwards (release v3.2.0 onwards) contains a CWE-20: Improper Input Validation vulnerability in WARC parser - libarchive/archivereadsupportformatwarc.c, warcread() that can result in DoS - quasi-infinite run time and disk usage from tiny file. This attack appear to be exploitable via the victim must open a specially crafted WARC file.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
F5 BIG-IP>=17.1.0<=17.1.2
17.5.017.1.2.2
F5 BIG-IP>=16.1.0<=16.1.5
16.1.6
F5 BIG-IP>=15.1.0<=15.1.10
F5 Traffix SDC=5.2.0

Event History

Oct 25, 2024
Advisory Published
via F5·08:17 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of F5-K000148256?

The severity of F5-K000148256 is classified as a Denial of Service (DoS) risk due to improper input validation.

2

How do I fix F5-K000148256?

To fix F5-K000148256, upgrade to the latest versions of the affected software as specified in the advisory.

3

What products are affected by F5-K000148256?

F5-K000148256 affects specific versions of F5 BIG-IP and F5 Traffix Systems Signaling Delivery Controller.

4

What does F5-K000148256 vulnerability allow?

F5-K000148256 allows attackers to cause quasi-infinite run time and excessive disk usage through improper input handling.

5

Which versions of F5 BIG-IP are vulnerable according to F5-K000148256?

The vulnerable versions of F5 BIG-IP according to F5-K000148256 range from 15.1.0 to 15.1.10, 16.1.0 to 16.1.5, and 17.1.0 to 17.1.1.

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