Vulnerability Description
The svpn and policyserver components of the F5 BIG-IP APM client prior to version 7.1.7.1 for Linux and macOS runs as a privileged process and can allow an unprivileged user to get ownership of files owned by root on the local client host. A malicious local unprivileged user may gain knowledge of sensitive information, manipulate certain data, or assume super-user privileges on the local client host.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| F5 | Big-Ip Access Policy Manager Client | >= 7.1.5, <= 7.1.7 |
| Apple | Macos | - |
| Linux | Linux Kernel | - |
| F5 | Big-Ip Access Policy Manager | >= 12.1.0, <= 12.1.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041510Broken Link
- https://github.com/mirchr/security-research/blob/master/vulnerabilities/F5/CVE-2ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K54431371Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041510Broken Link
- https://github.com/mirchr/security-research/blob/master/vulnerabilities/F5/CVE-2ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K54431371Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2018-5546?
CVE-2018-5546 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The svpn and policyserver components of the F5 BIG-IP APM client prior to version 7.1.7.1 for Linux and macOS runs as a privileged process and can allow an unprivileged user to get ownership of files ...
How severe is CVE-2018-5546?
CVE-2018-5546 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2018-5546?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: F5 Big-Ip Access Policy Manager Client, Apple Macos, Linux Linux Kernel, F5 Big-Ip Access Policy Manager.