CVE-2012-4387
First published: Wed Sep 05 2012(Updated: )
Apache Struts 2.0.0 through 2.3.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a long parameter name, which is processed as an OGNL expression.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| maven/org.apache.struts.xwork:xwork-core | >=2.0.0<2.3.4.1 | 2.3.4.1 |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.0 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.1 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.2 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.3 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.4 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.5 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.6 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.7 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.8 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.9 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.10 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.11 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.11.1 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.11.2 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.12 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.13 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.0.14 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.1.0 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.1.1 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.1.2 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.1.3 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.1.4 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.1.5 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.1.6 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.1.8 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.1.8.1 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.2.1 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.2.1.1 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.2.3 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.2.3.1 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.1 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.1.1 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.1.2 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.3 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.4 |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2012-4387
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/78183
- https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/WW-3860
- http://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/s2-011.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/09/01/4
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/09/01/5
- https://github.com/apache/struts/commit/80e03182d66d9e6ab18f9a9a9b3c42725a1c89e9
- https://github.com/apache/struts/commit/87935af56a27235e9399308ee1fcfb74f8edcefa
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-hrgc-54mv-58gv (Advisory)
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50420
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55346
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4387?
CVE-2012-4387 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to denial of service through excessive CPU consumption.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4387?
To mitigate CVE-2012-4387, upgrade to Apache Struts version 2.3.4.1 or later.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2012-4387?
CVE-2012-4387 affects Apache Struts versions 2.0.0 through 2.3.4.
Can CVE-2012-4387 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-4387 can be exploited remotely by attackers via specially crafted parameter names.
Is CVE-2012-4387 still a concern for users of Apache Struts?
Users of Apache Struts versions prior to 2.3.4.1 should be aware of CVE-2012-4387's potential impact and upgrade immediately.
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