CVE-2023-22283

BIG-IP Edge Client for Windows vulnerability

Description

On versions beginning in 7.1.5 to before 7.2.3.1, a DLL hijacking vulnerability exists in the BIG-IP Edge Client for Windows. User interaction and administrative privileges are required to exploit this vulnerability because the victim user needs to run the executable on the system and the attacker requires administrative privileges for modifying the files in the trusted search path. Note: Software versions which have reached End of Technical Support (EoTS) are not evaluated.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Vendor Advisory f5.com
Affected: F5 APM Clients
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://my.f5.com/manage/s/article/K07143733 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-22283?
CVE-2023-22283 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-22283?
To fix CVE-2023-22283, 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-2023-22283 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-22283 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-2023-22283?
CVE-2023-22283 affects F5 APM Clients.
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