CVE-2012-0394

Name: CVE-2012-0394
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-01-08T15:55:01.467+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 74.41%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-0394 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The DebuggingInterceptor component in Apache Struts before 2.3.1.1, when developer mode is used, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via unspecified vectors. NOTE: the vendor characterizes this behavior as not "a security vulnerability itself.. EPSS estimates a 74.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The DebuggingInterceptor component in Apache Struts before 2.3.1.1, when developer mode is used, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via unspecified vectors. NOTE: the vendor characterizes this behavior as not "a security vulnerability itself.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

74.41%

99.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-94

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apache	Struts	>= 2.0.0, <= 2.3.17

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-01/0031.htmlBroken Link
http://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/s2-008.htmlVendor Advisory
http://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/version-notes-2311.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18329Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/31434Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.osvdb.org/78276Broken Link
https://www.sec-consult.com/files/20120104-0_Apache_Struts2_Multiple_Critical_Vulnerabilities.txtBroken Link
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-01/0031.htmlBroken Link
http://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/s2-008.htmlVendor Advisory
http://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/version-notes-2311.htmlRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18329Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/31434Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.osvdb.org/78276Broken Link
https://www.sec-consult.com/files/20120104-0_Apache_Struts2_Multiple_Critical_Vulnerabilities.txtBroken Link

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-0394?

How severe is CVE-2012-0394?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-0394 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 74.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-0394?

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