CVE-2016-0785: Input Validation

Published Apr 12, 2016
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Updated

Apache Struts 2.x before 2.3.20.3, 2.3.24.3, and 2.3.28 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a %{} sequence in a tag attribute, aka forced double OGNL evaluation.

Other sources

Apache Struts 2.x before 2.3.28 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a "%{}" sequence in a tag attribute, aka forced double OGNL evaluation.

NVD

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
maven/org.apache.struts:struts2-core>=2.3.24<2.3.24.3
2.3.24.3
maven/org.apache.struts:struts2-core>=2.0.0<2.3.20.3
2.3.20.3
Apache struts>=2.0.0<2.3.20.3
Apache struts>=2.3.21<=2.3.24.1

Event History

Apr 12, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
May 14, 2022
Advisory Published
12:52 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-0785?

CVE-2016-0785 is classified as critical due to its ability to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-0785?

To fix CVE-2016-0785, upgrade to Apache Struts version 2.3.20.3, 2.3.24.3, or 2.3.28 or later.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2016-0785?

CVE-2016-0785 affects all Apache Struts 2.x versions before 2.3.20.3, 2.3.24.3, and 2.3.28.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-0785?

CVE-2016-0785 is a remote code execution vulnerability due to improper handling of OGNL expressions.

5

Can CVE-2016-0785 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2016-0785 can be exploited remotely by attackers through specially crafted requests.

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