Bug ID 1281405: "fipsutil fwcheck -f" command may not correct result

Last Modified: May 29, 2024

Affected Product(s):
BIG-IP None(all modules)

Opened: Mar 27, 2023

Severity: 4-Minor

Symptoms

The "fipsutil fwcheck -f" command output shows as "Firmware upgrade available." even though now Firmware upgrade is not needed.

Impact

Only a display issue with no functional impact. If we try to make a firmware upgrade, it may not work.

Conditions

All FIPS platforms.

Workaround

Use the command without the "-f" option like "fipsutil fwcheck".

Fix Information

None

Behavior Change

Guides & references

K10134038: F5 Bug Tracker Filter Names and Tips