CVE-2020-5932
F5 BIG-IP Virtual Edition (tier - best) vulnerability analysis and mitigation

Overview

A cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in the BIG-IP ASM Configuration utility response and blocking pages in BIG-IP ASM versions 15.1.0-15.1.0.5. This vulnerability was discovered and disclosed in October 2020 (NVD, CVE).

Technical details

The vulnerability allows an authenticated user with administrative privileges to specify a response page with arbitrary content, including JavaScript code that will be executed when preview is opened. This represents a cross-site scripting vulnerability in the configuration utility's response and blocking pages (CVE).

Impact

When exploited, this vulnerability could allow an authenticated administrator to execute arbitrary JavaScript code when the preview page is opened, potentially leading to unauthorized access to sensitive information or manipulation of the application's behavior (NVD).

Mitigation and workarounds

F5 Networks has released a security advisory and patch to address this vulnerability. Users should upgrade affected BIG-IP ASM systems to a patched version. The vulnerability affects versions 15.1.0-15.1.0.5, and users should refer to F5's official security advisory for specific update instructions (F5 Support).

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