Vulnerability identifier: #VU62825
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 4.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
BIG-IP
Hardware solutions /
Firmware
Vendor: F5 Networks
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.
The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions. A remote user with network access to the Net HSM can use or delete private keys by accessing a password-protected partition that is normally inaccessible.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
BIG-IP: 16.0.0 - 16.0.1.2, 15.1.0 - 15.1.5, 14.1.0 - 14.1.4.5
External links
http://support.f5.com/csp/article/K47662005
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.