CVE-2026-39455 — HIGH (7.5)

Vulnerability Description

When the BIG-IP Configuration utility is configured to use Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) authentication, undisclosed traffic can cause the httpd process to exhaust the available file descriptors. Note: Software versions which have reached End of Technical Support (EoTS) are not evaluated.

CVSS Score

7.5

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

NONE

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-772

References

https://my.f5.com/manage/s/article/K000160874

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-39455?

CVE-2026-39455 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). When the BIG-IP Configuration utility is configured to use Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) authentication, undisclosed traffic can cause the httpd process to exhaust the available file de...

How severe is CVE-2026-39455?

CVE-2026-39455 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-2026-39455?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.