CVE-2022-41800
HighExploitedPublic exploitIn all versions of BIG-IP, when running in Appliance mode, an authenticated user assigned the Administrator role may be able to bypass Appliance mode restrictions, utilizing an undisclosed iControl REST endpoint.
Published Dec 7, 2022 · Updated Apr 23, 2025
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2022-41800 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.7 v3.1) affecting Big-Ip Access Policy Manager (F5), Big-Ip Advanced Firewall Manager (F5), Big-Ip Analytics (F5) and 9 more products.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Dec 7, 2022. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 77% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Big-Ip Access Policy Manager <=13.1.5, Big-Ip Advanced Firewall Manager <=17.0.0, Big-Ip Analytics <=13.1.5.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
8.7
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
77%
Higher than 99.5% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
2 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
In all versions of BIG-IP, when running in Appliance mode, an authenticated user assigned the Administrator role may be able to bypass Appliance mode restrictions, utilizing an undisclosed iControl REST endpoint. A successful exploit can allow the attacker to cross a security boundary.
Note: Software versions which have reached End of Technical Support (EoTS) are not evaluated.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Dec 13, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Dec 7, 2022 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
22 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Big-Ip Access Policy ManagerF5 | 17.0.0 | 13.1.5 |
| Big-Ip Advanced Firewall ManagerF5 | See advisory | 17.0.0 |
| Big-Ip AnalyticsF5 | 17.0.0 | 13.1.5 |
| Big-Ip Application Acceleration ManagerF5 | 17.0.0 | 13.1.5 |
| Big-Ip Application Security ManagerF5 | 17.0.0 | 13.1.5 |
Patched Releases
Big-Ip Access Policy Manager
<=13.1.5
Big-Ip Advanced Firewall Manager
<=17.0.0
Big-Ip Analytics
<=13.1.5
Big-Ip Application Acceleration Manager
<=13.1.5
Big-Ip Application Security Manager
<=13.1.5
Big-Ip Domain Name System
<=13.1.5
Big-Ip Fraud Protection Service
<=13.1.5
Big-Ip Global Traffic Manager
<=13.1.5
Big-Ip Link Controller
<=13.1.5
Big-Ip Local Traffic Manager
<=13.1.5
Big-Ip Policy Enforcement Manager
<=13.1.5
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Dec 7, 2022
Added to CIRCL KEV
Dec 7, 2022
Added to Industry KEV feed
Dec 13, 2023
Last updated
Apr 23, 2025
Weakness Type
- CWE-77 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')
References
- advisoryhttps://support.f5.com/csp/article/K13325942
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitMSF f5_icontrol_rpmspec_rce_cve_2022_41800.rb
- exploitMSF f5_icontrol_soap_csrf_rce_cve_2022_41622.rb
- exploitMSF f5_create_user.rb
FAQ
Common Questions.
In all versions of BIG-IP, when running in Appliance mode, an authenticated user assigned the Administrator role may be able to bypass Appliance mode restrictions, utilizing an undisclosed iControl REST endpoint.
Affected: Big-Ip Access Policy Manager (F5) versions 17.0.0; Big-Ip Advanced Firewall Manager (F5); Big-Ip Analytics (F5) versions 17.0.0, among others. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Dec 7, 2022.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Big-Ip Access Policy Manager <=13.1.5, Big-Ip Advanced Firewall Manager <=17.0.0, Big-Ip Analytics <=13.1.5.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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