CVE-2022-35243

Authenticated iControl REST in Appliance mode vulnerability CVE-2022-35243

Description

In BIG-IP Versions 16.1.x before 16.1.3, 15.1.x before 15.1.5.1, 14.1.x before 14.1.5, and all versions of 13.1.x, when running in Appliance mode, an authenticated user assigned the Administrator role may be able to bypass Appliance mode restrictions, using an undisclosed iControl REST endpoint. A successful exploit can allow the attacker to cross a security boundary. Note: Software versions which have reached End of Technical Support (EoTS) are not evaluated.

Category

8.7
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.06%
Vendor Advisory f5.com
Affected: F5 BIG-IP
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K11010341 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-35243?
CVE-2022-35243 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-35243?
To fix CVE-2022-35243, 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-2022-35243 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-35243 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-35243?
CVE-2022-35243 affects F5 BIG-IP.
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