F5-K98606833
First published: Wed Feb 14 2024(Updated: )
BIG-IP or BIG-IQ Resource Administrators and Certificate Managers who have access to the secure copy (scp) utility but do not have access to Advanced Shell (bash) can execute arbitrary commands with a specially crafted command string. This vulnerability is due to an incomplete fix for CVE-2020-5873.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| F5 BIG-IP and BIG-IQ Centralized Management | =17.1.0 | 17.1.1 |
| F5 BIG-IP and BIG-IQ Centralized Management | >=16.1.0<=16.1.3 | 16.1.4 |
| F5 BIG-IP and BIG-IQ Centralized Management | >=15.1.0<=15.1.8 | 15.1.9 |
| F5 BIG-IP and BIG-IQ Centralized Management | >=8.0.0<=8.3.0 | 8.3.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of F5-K98606833?
The severity of F5-K98606833 is critical due to the potential for arbitrary command execution.
How do I fix F5-K98606833?
To fix F5-K98606833, update your F5 BIG-IP or BIG-IQ management systems to the recommended patched versions listed in the advisory.
Who is affected by F5-K98606833?
F5-K98606833 affects Resource Administrators and Certificate Managers who have access to the secure copy (scp) utility.
What versions are vulnerable to F5-K98606833?
F5-K98606833 affects F5 BIG-IP versions 15.1.0 to 15.1.8, 16.1.0 to 16.1.3, and 17.1.0, as well as F5 BIG-IQ versions 8.0.0 to 8.3.0.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in F5-K98606833?
The vulnerability in F5-K98606833 allows for arbitrary command execution due to an incomplete fix related to CVE-2020-5873.
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