CVE-2016-4545
UnknownEPSS 1.76%
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CVE-2016-4545 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. 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.. EPSS estimates a 1.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
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.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| 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 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-4545?
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.
How severe is CVE-2016-4545?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4545 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4545?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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