CVE-2016-3087: Input Validation
First published: Tue Jun 07 2016(Updated: )
Apache Struts 2.3.19 to 2.3.20.2, 2.3.21 to 2.3.24.1, and 2.3.25 to 2.3.28, when Dynamic Method Invocation is enabled, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors related to an ! (exclamation mark) operator to the REST Plugin.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| maven/org.apache.struts:struts2-core | >=2.3.25<2.3.28.1 | 2.3.28.1 |
| maven/org.apache.struts:struts2-core | >=2.3.21<2.3.24.3 | 2.3.24.3 |
| maven/org.apache.struts:struts2-core | >=2.3.19<2.3.20.3 | 2.3.20.3 |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.20 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.20.1 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.24 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.24.1 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.28 |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-3087
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39919/
- http://struts.apache.org/docs/s2-033.html
- http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21987854
- https://github.com/apache/struts/commit/6bd694b7980494c12d49ca1bf39f12aec3e03e2f
- https://web.archive.org/web/20160616082237/http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036017
- https://web.archive.org/web/20160728170709/http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/90960
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-mmj6-cjj4-hpr5 (Advisory)
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/90960
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036017
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3087?
CVE-2016-3087 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3087?
To fix CVE-2016-3087, upgrade Apache Struts to version 2.3.28.1 or later.
What versions of Apache Struts are affected by CVE-2016-3087?
CVE-2016-3087 affects Apache Struts versions 2.3.19 to 2.3.28.
Can CVE-2016-3087 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2016-3087 can be exploited by remote attackers without any user interaction.
What functionality in Apache Struts does CVE-2016-3087 target?
CVE-2016-3087 targets the Dynamic Method Invocation feature in Apache Struts.
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