SB2021042919 - Security restrictions bypass in BIG-IP APM
Published: April 29, 2021
Security Bulletin ID
SB2021042919
Severity
Medium
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Information disclosure
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2021-23016)
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.
The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions, retrieve static content hosted on the BIG-IP that is otherwise not accessible and effectively fingerprint a device.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.