CVE-2022-41800

critical-risk
Published 2022-12-07

In all versions of BIG-IP, when running in Appliance mode, an authenticated user assigned the Administrator role may be able to bypass Appliance mode restrictions, utilizing 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.

Do I need to act?

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92.7% chance of exploitation in next 30 days
EPSS score — higher than 7% of all CVEs
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Not on CISA KEV list
No confirmed active exploitation reported to CISA
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Patch status unknown
Check vendor advisories for fix availability and mitigation guidance
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CVSS 8.7/10 High
NETWORK / LOW complexity

Affected Vendors

F5
70
/ 100
critical-risk
Severity 30/34 · Critical
Exploitability 20/34 · Moderate
Exposure 20/34 · Moderate