Denial of Service Vulnerability in Apache Struts 2 REST Plugin
CVE-2017-15707

6.2MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Apache
Status
Apache Struts
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 December 2017

What is CVE-2017-15707?

The Apache Struts 2 REST Plugin versions 2.5 to 2.5.14 utilize an outdated JSON-lib library that poses a serious risk. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by sending malicious requests with specially crafted JSON payloads, potentially leading to a Denial of Service (DoS) attack. This could disrupt the availability of services and impact legitimate users, highlighting the importance of using updated libraries to mitigate such risks.

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Affected Version(s)

Apache Struts 2.5 to 2.5.14

References

https://cwiki.apache.org/confluence/display/WW/S2-054
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http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuju...
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http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039946
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.2
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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