Vulnerability Description
Virtual servers in F5 BIG-IP 11.5.4, when SSL profiles are enabled, allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption and Traffic Management Microkernel restart) via an SSL alert during the handshake.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| F5 | Big-Ip Application Acceleration Manager | 11.5.4 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Advanced Firewall Manager | 11.5.4 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Local Traffic Manager | 11.5.4 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Analytics | 11.5.4 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Global Traffic Manager | 11.5.4 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Policy Enforcement Manager | 11.5.4 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Link Controller | 11.5.4 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Access Policy Manager | 11.5.4 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Application Security Manager | 11.5.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036025
- https://support.f5.com/kb/en-us/solutions/public/k/48/sol48042976.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036025
- https://support.f5.com/kb/en-us/solutions/public/k/48/sol48042976.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-4545?
CVE-2016-4545 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Virtual servers in F5 BIG-IP 11.5.4, when SSL profiles are enabled, allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption and Traffic Management Microkernel restart) via an SSL ale...
How severe is CVE-2016-4545?
CVE-2016-4545 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-4545?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: F5 Big-Ip Application Acceleration Manager, F5 Big-Ip Advanced Firewall Manager, F5 Big-Ip Local Traffic Manager, F5 Big-Ip Analytics, F5 Big-Ip Global Traffic Manager.