F5-K000156801: Medium severity F5 BIG-IP vulnerability

Published Oct 15, 2025
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Updated

A directory traversal vulnerability exists in the BIG-IP Configuration utility that allows a highly privileged authenticated attacker to access files which are not limited to the intended files.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
F5 BIG-IP>=17.5.0<=17.5.1, >=17.1.0<=17.1.2
17.5.1.317.1.3
F5 BIG-IP>=16.1.0<=16.1.6
16.1.6.1
F5 BIG-IP>=15.1.0<=15.1.10
15.1.10.8

Event History

Oct 15, 2025
Advisory Published
via F5·10:15 AM
Data Sourced
via F5·10:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of F5-K000156801?

The severity of F5-K000156801 is high due to its potential for unauthorized file access.

2

How do I fix F5-K000156801?

To fix F5-K000156801, update your F5 BIG-IP software to the latest patched version as specified in the advisory.

3

Which versions of F5 BIG-IP are affected by F5-K000156801?

F5-K000156801 affects specific versions of F5 BIG-IP, including those within the 17.5.x, 16.1.x, and 15.1.x ranges.

4

Can F5-K000156801 be exploited remotely?

F5-K000156801 requires authentication and therefore cannot be exploited remotely by unauthenticated users.

5

What are the implications of F5-K000156801?

The implications of F5-K000156801 include unauthorized access to sensitive files, which could lead to further exploitation of the system.

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