CVE-2016-4436
UnknownEPSS 6.78%
Last modified
CVE-2016-4436 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Apache Struts 2 before 2.3.29 and 2.5.x before 2.5.1 allow attackers to have unspecified impact via vectors related to improper action name clean up.. EPSS estimates a 6.78% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Apache Struts 2 before 2.3.29 and 2.5.x before 2.5.1 allow attackers to have unspecified impact via vectors related to improper action name clean up.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.0 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.2 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.3 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.4 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.5 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.6 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.7 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.8 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.9 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.11 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.11.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.11.2 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.12 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.14 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.1.6 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.1.8 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.1.8.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.2.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.2.1.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.2.3 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.2.3.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.1.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.1.2 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.3 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.4 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.4.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.7 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.8 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.12 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.14 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.14.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.14.2 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.14.3 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.15 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.15.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.15.2 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.15.3 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.16 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.16.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.16.2 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.16.3 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.20 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.20.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.20.3 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.24 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.24.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.24.3 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.28 |
Showing 50 of 52 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ssg1S1009282Third Party Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21987854Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91280Third Party Advisory
- https://struts.apache.org/docs/s2-035.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=ssg1S1009282Third Party Advisory
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21987854Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91280Third Party Advisory
- https://struts.apache.org/docs/s2-035.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-4436?
Apache Struts 2 before 2.3.29 and 2.5.x before 2.5.1 allow attackers to have unspecified impact via vectors related to improper action name clean up.
How severe is CVE-2016-4436?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-4436 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.78% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-4436?
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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