CVE-2023-5450

BIG-IP Edge Client for macOS vulnerability

Description

An insufficient verification of data vulnerability exists in BIG-IP Edge Client Installer on macOS that may allow an attacker elevation of privileges during the installation process.  Note: Software versions which have reached End of Technical Support (EoTS) are not evaluated.

Category

7.3
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.17%
Vendor Advisory f5.com
Affected: F5 BIG-IP Edge Client
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://my.f5.com/manage/s/article/K000135040 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-5450?
CVE-2023-5450 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-5450?
To fix CVE-2023-5450, 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-2023-5450 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-5450 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-2023-5450?
CVE-2023-5450 affects F5 BIG-IP Edge Client.
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