CVE-2022-1388
F5 BIG-IP Missing Authentication Vulnerability
MITRE ATT&CK techniques
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| Technique | Name | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| T1548 | Abuse Elevation Control Mechanism | exploitation technique |
Summary
F5 BIG-IP contains a missing authentication in critical function vulnerability which can allow for remote code execution, creation or deletion of files, or disabling services.
Affected software
Vendor: F5 · Product: BIG-IP
Weakness types (CWE):
What to do
This vulnerability appears in CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, meaning it is being exploited in the wild. Prioritize patching affected systems and verify exposure across your estate.
Related vulnerabilities in F5
| CVE | Name | EPSS | Exploited |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVE-2020-5902 | F5 BIG-IP Traffic Management User Interface (TMUI) Remote Code Execution Vulnera | 100.0% | Yes |
| CVE-2021-22986 | F5 BIG-IP and BIG-IQ Centralized Management iControl REST Remote Code Execution | 99.9% | Yes |
| CVE-2023-46747 | F5 BIG-IP Configuration Utility Authentication Bypass Vulnerability | 96.5% | Yes |
| CVE-2021-22991 | F5 BIG-IP Traffic Management Microkernel Buffer Overflow | 61.1% | Yes |
| CVE-2023-46748 | F5 BIG-IP Configuration Utility SQL Injection Vulnerability | 4.5% | Yes |
| CVE-2025-53521 | F5 BIG-IP Stack-Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability | 2.2% | Yes |
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