Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in BIG-IP System by F5 Networks

CVE-2026-42930

What is CVE-2026-42930?

In the BIG-IP system operating in Appliance mode, an authenticated attacker with the 'Administrator' role can exploit a flaw that allows them to bypass the established restrictions of Appliance mode. This vulnerability poses a significant risk as it enables unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionalities, potentially leading to further exploits or unauthorized configurations within the system.

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