Remote Session Manipulation Vulnerability in Apache Struts by the Apache Software Foundation
CVE-2015-5209

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Apache
Status
Struts
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 August 2017

What is CVE-2015-5209?

Apache Struts, a widely-used framework for building Java web applications, has a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to exploit internal components. By manipulating the top object, attackers can compromise user sessions and modify crucial container settings, impacting the integrity and security of web applications utilizing affected versions of the framework.

References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1033908
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/82550
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20180629-0002/
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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