Directory Traversal Vulnerability in F5 Networks iControl REST API
CVE-2026-24464

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

F5

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 May 2026

What is CVE-2026-24464?

A directory traversal vulnerability exists in an undisclosed iControl REST endpoint when operating in Appliance mode. This vulnerability allows an authenticated attacker with administrator role privileges to navigate outside of the intended security boundaries and potentially delete critical files within the system. It is particularly concerning as it can be exploited by users with elevated permissions, making it essential for affected organizations to mitigate this risk promptly.

Affected Version(s)

BIG-IP 21.0.0 < 21.0.0.2

BIG-IP 17.5.0 < 17.5.1.6

BIG-IP 17.1.0 < 17.1.3.2

References

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

F5
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