7.5
Advisory Published

F5-K20717585

First published: Wed Feb 01 2023(Updated: )

When the BIG-IP APM system is configured with all the following elements, undisclosed requests may cause the Traffic Management Microkernel (TMM) to terminate:

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
F5 BIG-IP APM
F5 BIG-IP APM>=14.1.0<=14.1.5
14.1.5.3
F5 BIG-IP APM>=13.1.0<=13.1.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of F5-K20717585?

    The severity of F5-K20717585 is high due to the potential for Traffic Management Microkernel termination.

  • How do I fix F5-K20717585?

    To fix F5-K20717585, upgrade your F5 BIG-IP APM to the latest recommended version beyond the affected releases.

  • What versions of F5 BIG-IP APM are affected by F5-K20717585?

    F5-K20717585 affects F5 BIG-IP APM versions 13.1.0 through 13.1.5 and 14.1.0 through 14.1.5.

  • What types of configurations trigger the vulnerability in F5-K20717585?

    The vulnerability in F5-K20717585 is triggered by specific undisclosed request configurations on the BIG-IP APM system.

  • Can the vulnerability in F5-K20717585 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, the vulnerability in F5-K20717585 may allow for remote exploitation under certain conditions.

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