7.5
CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2015-5209: Input Validation

First published: Tue Aug 29 2017(Updated: )

Apache Struts 2.x before 2.3.24.1 allows remote attackers to manipulate Struts internals, alter user sessions, or affect container settings via vectors involving a top object.

Credit: secalert@redhat.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
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=2.3.5
Apache Struts 2=2.3.6
Apache Struts 2=2.3.7
Apache Struts 2=2.3.8
Apache Struts 2=2.3.9
Apache Struts 2=2.3.10
Apache Struts 2=2.3.11
Apache Struts 2=2.3.12
Apache Struts 2=2.3.13
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
Apache Struts 2=2.3.15.1
Apache Struts 2=2.3.15.2
Apache Struts 2=2.3.15.3
Apache Struts 2=2.3.16
Apache Struts 2=2.3.16.1
Apache Struts 2=2.3.16.2
Apache Struts 2=2.3.16.3
Apache Struts 2=2.3.17
Apache Struts 2=2.3.19
Apache Struts 2=2.3.20
Apache Struts 2=2.3.20.1
Apache Struts 2=2.3.20.2
Apache Struts 2=2.3.21
Apache Struts 2=2.3.22
Apache Struts 2=2.3.23
Apache Struts 2=2.3.24

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2015-5209?

    CVE-2015-5209 has a severity rating of critical due to its ability to allow remote attackers to manipulate application internals.

  • How do I fix CVE-2015-5209?

    To fix CVE-2015-5209, you should upgrade to Apache Struts version 2.3.24.1 or later.

  • What types of attacks can CVE-2015-5209 enable?

    CVE-2015-5209 can enable remote attackers to alter user sessions and manipulate underlying container settings.

  • Which versions of Apache Struts are affected by CVE-2015-5209?

    CVE-2015-5209 affects all Apache Struts 2.x versions prior to 2.3.24.1.

  • Is CVE-2015-5209 generally exploitable?

    Yes, CVE-2015-5209 is generally considered exploitable by attackers targeting vulnerable versions of Apache Struts.

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