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CVE-2013-2248: Input Validation

First published: Thu Jul 18 2013(Updated: )

Multiple open redirect vulnerabilities in Apache Struts 2.0.0 through 2.3.15 allow remote attackers to redirect users to arbitrary web sites and conduct phishing attacks via a URL in a parameter using the (1) redirect: or (2) redirectAction: prefix.

Credit: secalert@redhat.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
maven/org.apache.struts:struts2-core<2.3.15.1
2.3.15.1
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
Apache Struts 2=2.3.4.1
Apache Struts 2=2.3.7
Apache Struts 2=2.3.8
Apache Struts 2=2.3.12
Apache Struts 2=2.3.14
Apache Struts 2=2.3.14.1
Apache Struts 2=2.3.14.2
Apache Struts 2=2.3.14.3
Apache Struts 2=2.3.15

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2013-2248?

    CVE-2013-2248 has been classified with a high severity level due to its potential for remote exploitation.

  • How do I fix CVE-2013-2248?

    To fix CVE-2013-2248, upgrade Apache Struts to version 2.3.15.1 or later.

  • What are the affected versions for CVE-2013-2248?

    CVE-2013-2248 affects Apache Struts versions from 2.0.0 through 2.3.15.

  • What is the nature of the vulnerability described in CVE-2013-2248?

    CVE-2013-2248 involves multiple open redirect vulnerabilities allowing attackers to redirect users to arbitrary websites.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2013-2248 before applying a patch?

    The best practice is to immediately upgrade to a patched version, as there are no effective workarounds for CVE-2013-2248.

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