Improper File Handling in F5 BIG-IP Access Management Products
CVE-2022-29263

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
F5
Status
Big-ip Apm
Big-ip Apm Clients
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 May 2022

Summary

The vulnerability in F5 BIG-IP APM arises from the Edge Client Component Installer Service's failure to apply best practices when managing temporary files. This flaw can potentially allow unauthorized access or manipulation of sensitive data, compromising the integrity of the system. Users are advised to review their configurations and apply necessary patches to ensure their systems remain secure.

Affected Version(s)

BIG-IP APM 12.1.x

BIG-IP APM 11.6.x

BIG-IP APM 16.1.x < 16.1.2.2

References

https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K33552735
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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