Security readout for executives and security teams
This CVE describes a cross-site scripting issue in an old F5 FirePass SSL VPN page. If exposed, an attacker could cause malicious script or HTML to run in a user’s browser through the sid parameter. The bundle does not provide a CVSS score, confirmed patch, or active exploitation evidence. Exposure is limited to organizations still running F5 Networks FirePass 1000 SSL VPN 5.5 or possibly earlier, especially where the VPN web interface is reachable by users or the internet. The source bundle lists generic affected vendor/product fields as n/a, so asset validation is important. Treat this as a legacy VPN exposure check rather than a confirmed emergency. If FirePass is still present and externally reachable, prioritize remediation because VPN portals are high-value trust points, even when the specific flaw is XSS. Mitigation focus: Inventory for F5 FirePass 1000 SSL VPN 5.5 or earlier systems.; Check F5 or vendor guidance for fixed versions or supported migration paths.; Restrict access to any legacy FirePass web interface while assessing exposure..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- firepass-myacctab-xss(29631)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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