F5-K000160364: Low severity F5 NGINX Open Source vulnerability

Published Mar 24, 2026
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Updated

The 32-bit implementation of NGINX Open Source has a vulnerability in the ngxhttpmp4module module, which might allow an attacker to over-read or over-write NGINX worker memory resulting in its termination, using a specially crafted MP4 file. The issue only affects 32-bit NGINX Open Source if it is built with the ngxhttpmp4module module and the mp4 directive is used in the configuration file. Additionally, the attack is possible only if an attacker can trigger the processing of a specially crafted MP4 file with the ngxhttpmp4module module.

Affected Software

1 affected componentFixes available
F5 NGINX Open Source>=1.1.19<=1.29.6
1.29.71.28.3

Event History

Mar 24, 2026
Advisory Published
via F5·01:05 PM
Data Sourced
via F5·01:05 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of F5-K000160364?

The severity of F5-K000160364 is critical due to the potential for memory over-read or overwrite leading to service termination.

2

How do I fix F5-K000160364?

To fix F5-K000160364, upgrade your NGINX Open Source to version 1.29.71.28.3 or later.

3

Which versions of NGINX Open Source are affected by F5-K000160364?

F5-K000160364 affects 32-bit versions of NGINX Open Source from 1.1.19 to 1.29.6.

4

What type of files can exploit the vulnerability F5-K000160364?

The vulnerability F5-K000160364 can be exploited using specially crafted MP4 files.

5

Who is responsible for addressing F5-K000160364?

The affected users and administrators of NGINX Open Source are responsible for addressing the vulnerability F5-K000160364 by applying the necessary updates.

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