Vulnerability identifier: #VU27305
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv3.1: 5.9 [CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-287
Exploitation vector: Local network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
BIG-IQ Centralized Management
Server applications /
Remote management servers, RDP, SSH
Vendor: F5 Networks
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.
The vulnerability exists due to the BIG-IQ high availability (HA) synchronization mechanisms do not use any form of authentication for connecting to the peer. A remote attacker on the local network can establish a connection to the BIG-IQ HA synchronization and compromise data.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
BIG-IQ Centralized Management: 5.2.0 - 7.0.0
External links
http://support.f5.com/csp/article/K69422435
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the local network (LAN).
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.