CVE-2021-22992

On BIG-IP versions 16.0.x before 16.0.1.1, 15.1.x before 15.1.2.1, 14.1.x before 14.1.4, 13.1.x before 13.1.3.6, 12.1.x before 12.1.5.3, and 11.6.x before…

published March 31, 2021

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.3th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
68%
Percentile
99.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 An unwelcome HTTP response could spell disaster for your system! A buffer overflow in BIG-IP versions before 16.0.1.1 is a ticket to chaos. 🔥 Think of it like a badly packed parcel that bursts open when handled carelessly — it can unleash a mess that disrupts everything around it. In this case, the Advanced WAF/BIG-IP ASM is the delivery service that has mishandled the request! An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute a denial of service (DoS) attack, bringing your services to a grinding halt. Even more concerning, with the right conditions, it could allow for remote code execution (RCE), giving attackers complete control of your system. That's like handing over the keys to your server to a stranger!

Put simply

Think of it like a badly packed parcel that bursts open when handled carelessly — it can unleash a mess that disrupts everything around it. In this case, the Advanced WAF/BIG-IP ASM is the delivery service that has mishandled the request! The vulnerability arises from a buffer overflow triggered by a crafted HTTP response to a specific virtual server configured with a Login Page policy. This mishap can lead to a DoS situation or, in certain cases, remote code execution, compromising the entire system.

What to do

An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute a denial of service (DoS) attack, bringing your services to a grinding halt. Even more concerning, with the right conditions, it could allow for remote code execution (RCE), giving attackers complete control of your system. That's like handing over the keys to your server to a stranger! To protect your systems, immediately upgrade to BIG-IP versions 16.0.1.1, 15.1.2.1, 14.1.4, 13.1.3.6, 12.1.5.3, or 11.6.5.3. Regularly review your configurations and monitor for unusual HTTP responses that could indicate an attempted exploit. Don't forget to update your security policies accordingly! You've got this! A few careful steps and you'll be back in the clear, keeping your systems safe and sound! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.67637 · 99.3th percentile
Published
2021-03-31T16:47Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 31 MAR 16:47Z
    On BIG-IP versions 16.0.x before 16.0.1.1, 15.1.x before 15.1.2.1, 14.1.x before 14.1.4, 13.1.x before 13.1.3.6, 12.1.x before 12.1.5.3, and 11.6.x before…
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