CVE-2012-0393

Name: CVE-2012-0393
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-01-08T15:55:01.42+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 38.26%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-0393 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The ParameterInterceptor component in Apache Struts before 2.3.1.1 does not prevent access to public constructors, which allows remote attackers to create or overwrite arbitrary files via a crafted parameter that triggers the creation of a Java object.. EPSS estimates a 38.26% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The ParameterInterceptor component in Apache Struts before 2.3.1.1 does not prevent access to public constructors, which allows remote attackers to create or overwrite arbitrary files via a crafted parameter that triggers the creation of a Java object.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

38.26%

98.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apache	Struts	>= 2.1.0, < 2.3.1.1

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-01/0031.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/47393Third Party Advisory
http://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/s2-008.htmlVendor Advisory
http://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/version-notes-2311.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18329Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.sec-consult.com/files/20120104-0_Apache_Struts2_Multiple_Critical_Vulnerabilities.txtExploit, Third Party Advisory
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-01/0031.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/47393Third Party Advisory
http://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/s2-008.htmlVendor Advisory
http://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/version-notes-2311.htmlVendor Advisory
http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18329Exploit, Third Party Advisory
https://www.sec-consult.com/files/20120104-0_Apache_Struts2_Multiple_Critical_Vulnerabilities.txtExploit, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 8, 2012
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-0393?

How severe is CVE-2012-0393?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-0393 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 38.26% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-0393?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST