CVE-2016-6795
UnknownEPSS 8.44%
Last modified
CVE-2016-6795 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In the Convention plugin in Apache Struts 2.3.x before 2.3.31, and 2.5.x before 2.5.5, it is possible to prepare a special URL which will be used for path traversal and execution of arbitrary code on server side.. EPSS estimates a 8.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In the Convention plugin in Apache Struts 2.3.x before 2.3.31, and 2.5.x before 2.5.5, it is possible to prepare a special URL which will be used for path traversal and execution of arbitrary code on server side.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.20 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.20.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.20.2 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.20.3 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.21 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.22 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.23 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.24 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.24.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.24.2 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.24.3 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.25 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.26 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.27 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.28 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.28.1 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.29 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.3.30 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93773Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://struts.apache.org/docs/s2-042.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93773Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://struts.apache.org/docs/s2-042.htmlVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-6795?
In the Convention plugin in Apache Struts 2.3.x before 2.3.31, and 2.5.x before 2.5.5, it is possible to prepare a special URL which will be used for path traversal and execution of arbitrary code on server side.
How severe is CVE-2016-6795?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6795 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 8.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6795?
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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