F5-K46048342: High severity f5 big-ip (afm + ips) vulnerability
Published Feb 1, 2023
·Updated
When a BIG-IP AFM NAT policy with a destination NAT rule is configured on a FastL4 virtual server, undisclosed traffic can cause the Traffic Management Microkernel (TMM) to terminate.
Affected Software
5 affected componentsFixes available
F5 BIG-IP (AFM)=17.0.0
17.1.0
F5 BIG-IP (AFM)>=16.1.0<=16.1.3
16.1.3.3
F5 BIG-IP (AFM)>=15.1.0<=15.1.7
15.1.8
F5 BIG-IP (AFM)>=14.1.0<=14.1.5
14.1.5.3
F5 BIG-IP (AFM)>=13.1.0<=13.1.5
Event History
Feb 1, 2023
Advisory Published
via F5·01:04 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of F5-K46048342?
The severity of F5-K46048342 is considered high due to potential service disruption.
2
How do I fix F5-K46048342?
To fix F5-K46048342, update your F5 BIG-IP AFM to the recommended versions specified in the advisory.
3
What are the affected versions for F5-K46048342?
Affected versions for F5-K46048342 include BIG-IP AFM versions from 13.1.0 up to 17.1.0.
4
What is the impact of F5-K46048342?
The impact of F5-K46048342 is the potential termination of the Traffic Management Microkernel when certain traffic is processed.
5
Is there a workaround for F5-K46048342?
Currently, there are no documented workarounds for F5-K46048342; users are advised to apply the necessary updates.