Improper Output Neutralization Vulnerability in Apache Struts by Apache
CVE-2025-54656

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Apache

Vendor
CVE Published:
30 July 2025

What is CVE-2025-54656?

A vulnerability in Apache Struts related to improper output neutralization for logs allows untrusted input to be printed to logs without filtering. This can result in log entries that may be misleading, as specially-crafted input can cause parts of the message to be misinterpreted as separate log lines. This issue affects earlier versions of Apache Struts Extras, which are no longer maintained. It is crucial for users to restrict access to affected instances or consider migrating to supported alternatives to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Apache Struts Extras 0 < 2

References

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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