CVE-2018-5545

Description

On F5 WebSafe Alert Server 1.0.0-4.2.6, a malicious, authenticated user can execute code on the alert server by using a maliciously crafted payload.

Category

8.8
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.79% Top 30%
Vendor Advisory f5.com
Affected: F5 Networks, Inc. F5 WebSafe Alert Server
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K20226900 vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105344 vdb entry third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-5545?
CVE-2018-5545 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2018-5545?
To fix CVE-2018-5545, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2018-5545 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2018-5545 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2018-5545?
CVE-2018-5545 affects F5 Networks, Inc. F5 WebSafe Alert Server.
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