Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Apache Struts 2.x
CVE-2016-3090

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Apache
Status
Struts
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 October 2017

What is CVE-2016-3090?

The Apache Struts framework prior to version 2.3.20 contains a vulnerability in the TextParseUtil.translateVariables method, which can be exploited by remote attackers. By crafting a malicious Object-Graph Navigation Language (OGNL) expression and utilizing ANTLR tooling, unauthorized users can execute arbitrary code on the server running the application. This vulnerability emphasizes the importance of keeping Struts frameworks updated to mitigate potential security risks.

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References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/85131
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https://struts.apache.org/docs/s2-027.html
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https://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035267
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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