CVE-2016-9249
UnknownEPSS 2.01%
Last modified
CVE-2016-9249 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An undisclosed traffic pattern received by a BIG-IP Virtual Server with TCP Fast Open enabled may cause the Traffic Management Microkernel (TMM) to restart, resulting in a Denial-of-Service (DoS).. EPSS estimates a 2.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An undisclosed traffic pattern received by a BIG-IP Virtual Server with TCP Fast Open enabled may cause the Traffic Management Microkernel (TMM) to restart, resulting in a Denial-of-Service (DoS).
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| F5 | Big-Ip Local Traffic Manager | 12.0.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Local Traffic Manager | 12.1.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Local Traffic Manager | 12.1.1 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Application Acceleration Manager | 12.0.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Application Acceleration Manager | 12.1.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Application Acceleration Manager | 12.1.1 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Advanced Firewall Manager | 12.0.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Advanced Firewall Manager | 12.1.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Advanced Firewall Manager | 12.1.1 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Analytics | 12.0.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Analytics | 12.1.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Analytics | 12.1.1 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Access Policy Manager | 12.0.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Access Policy Manager | 12.1.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Access Policy Manager | 12.1.1 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Application Security Manager | 12.0.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Application Security Manager | 12.1.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Application Security Manager | 12.1.1 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Domain Name System | 12.0.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Domain Name System | 12.1.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Domain Name System | 12.1.1 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Link Controller | 12.0.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Link Controller | 12.1.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Link Controller | 12.1.1 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Policy Enforcement Manager | 12.0.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Policy Enforcement Manager | 12.1.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Policy Enforcement Manager | 12.1.1 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Websafe | 12.0.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Websafe | 12.1.0 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Websafe | 12.1.1 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95825Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K71282001Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95825Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K71282001Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-9249?
An undisclosed traffic pattern received by a BIG-IP Virtual Server with TCP Fast Open enabled may cause the Traffic Management Microkernel (TMM) to restart, resulting in a Denial-of-Service (DoS).
How severe is CVE-2016-9249?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-9249 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9249?
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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