CVE-2023-40542

BIG-IP TCP Profile vulnerability

Description

When TCP Verified Accept is enabled on a TCP profile that is configured on a Virtual Server, undisclosed requests can cause an increase in memory resource utilization.  Note: Software versions which have reached End of Technical Support (EoTS) are not evaluated

Categories

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.58%
Vendor Advisory f5.com
Affected: F5 BIG-IP
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://my.f5.com/manage/s/article/K000134652 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40542?
CVE-2023-40542 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-40542?
To fix CVE-2023-40542, 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-2023-40542 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-40542 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-2023-40542?
CVE-2023-40542 affects F5 BIG-IP.
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