Strix
26.1K

CVE-2011-2481

UnknownEPSS 0.84%

Last modified

CVE-2011-2481 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Apache Tomcat 7.0.x before 7.0.17 permits web applications to replace an XML parser used for other web applications, which allows local users to read or modify the (1) web.xml, (2) context.xml, or (3) tld files of arbitrary web applications via a crafted application that is loaded earlier than the target application. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of a CVE-2009-0783 regression.. EPSS estimates a 0.84% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Apache Tomcat 7.0.x before 7.0.17 permits web applications to replace an XML parser used for other web applications, which allows local users to read or modify the (1) web.xml, (2) context.xml, or (3) tld files of arbitrary web applications via a crafted application that is loaded earlier than the target application. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of a CVE-2009-0783 regression.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.84%

53.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
ApacheTomcat7.0.0
ApacheTomcat7.0.1
ApacheTomcat7.0.2
ApacheTomcat7.0.3
ApacheTomcat7.0.4
ApacheTomcat7.0.5
ApacheTomcat7.0.6
ApacheTomcat7.0.7
ApacheTomcat7.0.8
ApacheTomcat7.0.9
ApacheTomcat7.0.10
ApacheTomcat7.0.11
ApacheTomcat7.0.12
ApacheTomcat7.0.13
ApacheTomcat7.0.14

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2011-2481?
Apache Tomcat 7.0.x before 7.0.17 permits web applications to replace an XML parser used for other web applications, which allows local users to read or modify the (1) web.xml, (2) context.xml, or (3) tld files of arbitrary web applications via a crafted application that is loaded earlier than the target application. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of a CVE-2009-0783 regression.
How severe is CVE-2011-2481?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-2481 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.84% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2481?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2011-2481?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST