CVE-2016-5024

Name: CVE-2016-5024
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-01-03T21:59:00.127+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.82%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-5024 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Virtual servers in F5 BIG-IP systems 11.6.1 before 11.6.1 HF1 and 12.1.x before 12.1.2, when configured to parse RADIUS messages via an iRule, allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Traffic Management Microkernel restart) via crafted network traffic.. EPSS estimates a 1.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Virtual servers in F5 BIG-IP systems 11.6.1 before 11.6.1 HF1 and 12.1.x before 12.1.2, when configured to parse RADIUS messages via an iRule, allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Traffic Management Microkernel restart) via crafted network traffic.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.82%

76.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
F5	Big-Ip Local Traffic Manager	11.6.1
F5	Big-Ip Local Traffic Manager	12.1.0
F5	Big-Ip Local Traffic Manager	12.1.1
F5	Big-Ip Application Acceleration Manager	11.6.1
F5	Big-Ip Application Acceleration Manager	12.1.0
F5	Big-Ip Application Acceleration Manager	12.1.1
F5	Big-Ip Advanced Firewall Manager	11.6.1
F5	Big-Ip Advanced Firewall Manager	12.1.0
F5	Big-Ip Advanced Firewall Manager	12.1.1
F5	Big-Ip Analytics	11.6.1
F5	Big-Ip Analytics	12.1.0
F5	Big-Ip Analytics	12.1.1
F5	Big-Ip Access Policy Manager	11.6.1
F5	Big-Ip Access Policy Manager	12.1.0
F5	Big-Ip Access Policy Manager	12.1.1
F5	Big-Ip Application Security Manager	11.6.1
F5	Big-Ip Application Security Manager	12.1.0
F5	Big-Ip Application Security Manager	12.1.1
F5	Big-Ip Domain Name System	12.1.0
F5	Big-Ip Domain Name System	12.1.1
F5	Big-Ip Global Traffic Manager	11.6.1
F5	Big-Ip Link Controller	11.6.1
F5	Big-Ip Link Controller	12.1.0
F5	Big-Ip Link Controller	12.1.1
F5	Big-Ip Policy Enforcement Manager	11.6.1
F5	Big-Ip Policy Enforcement Manager	12.1.0
F5	Big-Ip Policy Enforcement Manager	12.1.1

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95228Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037510Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.f5.com/csp/#/article/K92859602Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95228Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037510Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://support.f5.com/csp/#/article/K92859602Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 3, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-5024?

How severe is CVE-2016-5024?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-5024 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-5024?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2016-5024?

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Source: NVD / NIST