CVE-2020-5908
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.33%
Last modified
CVE-2020-5908 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In versions bundled with BIG-IP APM 12.1.0-12.1.5 and 11.6.1-11.6.5.2, Edge Client for Linux exposes full session ID in the local log files.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In versions bundled with BIG-IP APM 12.1.0-12.1.5 and 11.6.1-11.6.5.2, Edge Client for Linux exposes full session ID in the local log files.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| F5 | Big-Ip Access Policy Manager | >= 11.6.1, <= 11.6.5.2 |
| F5 | Big-Ip Access Policy Manager | >= 12.1.0, <= 12.1.5 |
References
- https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K33023560Vendor Advisory
- https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/290915Third Party Advisory
- https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K33023560Vendor Advisory
- https://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/290915Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-5908?
In versions bundled with BIG-IP APM 12.1.0-12.1.5 and 11.6.1-11.6.5.2, Edge Client for Linux exposes full session ID in the local log files.
How severe is CVE-2020-5908?
CVE-2020-5908 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-5908?
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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