#VU98758 Missing Authentication for Critical Function in BIG-IP - CVE-2024-45844
Published: October 16, 2024 / Updated: October 18, 2024
Vulnerability identifier: #VU98758
Vulnerability risk: Low
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:H/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/U:Clear
CVE-ID: CVE-2024-45844
CWE-ID: CWE-306
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability:
Public exploit is available
Vulnerable software:
BIG-IP
BIG-IP
Software vendor:
F5 Networks
F5 Networks
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote user to escalate privileges on the system.
The vulnerability exists due to missing authentication for critical function within the BIG-IP monitor functionality. A remote user with access to the Configuration utility or TMOS Shell (tmsh) can escalate privileges and compromise the BIG-IP system.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.