CVE-2016-9249

Name: CVE-2016-9249
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-01-31T15:59:00.137+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.01%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

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

EPSS Probability

2.01%

78.4th 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	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
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037715
https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K71282001Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95825Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037715
https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K71282001Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 31, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
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.

Are you affected by CVE-2016-9249?

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Source: NVD / NIST