CVE-2026-42780 — MEDIUM (4.9)

Vulnerability Description

A directory traversal vulnerability exists in BIG-IP SSL Orchestrator that allows an authenticated attacker with high privilege to overwrite, delete or corrupt arbitrary local files. Note: Software versions which have reached End of Technical Support (EoTS) are not evaluated.

CVSS Score

4.9

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

NONE

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-22

References

https://my.f5.com/manage/s/article/K000149743

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-42780?

CVE-2026-42780 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.9 (MEDIUM). A directory traversal vulnerability exists in BIG-IP SSL Orchestrator that allows an authenticated attacker with high privilege to overwrite, delete or corrupt arbitrary local files. Note: Software v...

How severe is CVE-2026-42780?

CVE-2026-42780 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-42780?

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