CVE-2012-1592
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 28.55%
Last modified
CVE-2012-1592 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A local code execution issue exists in Apache Struts2 when processing malformed XSLT files, which could let a malicious user upload and execute arbitrary files.. EPSS estimates a 28.55% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A local code execution issue exists in Apache Struts2 when processing malformed XSLT files, which could let a malicious user upload and execute arbitrary files.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.0 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/03/28/12Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2012-1592Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2012-1592Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2012-1592Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/03/28/12Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2012-1592Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2012-1592Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2012-1592Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-1592?
A local code execution issue exists in Apache Struts2 when processing malformed XSLT files, which could let a malicious user upload and execute arbitrary files.
How severe is CVE-2012-1592?
CVE-2012-1592 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 28.55% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1592?
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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