Vulnerability identifier: #VU88741
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-121
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Apache Struts
Server applications /
Frameworks for developing and running applications
Vendor: Apache Foundation
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The vulnerability exists via vectors related to improper action name clean up.. A remote unauthenticated attacker can trigger the vulnerability and execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Apache Struts: 2.0.0 - 2.5
External links
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujul2017-3236622.html
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91280
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ssg1S1009282
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21987854
http://struts.apache.org/docs/s2-035.html
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.