CVE-2017-9791: Apache Struts 1 Improper Input Validation Vulnerability
First published: Mon Jul 10 2017(Updated: )
The Struts 1 plugin in Apache Struts 2.1.x and 2.3.x might allow remote code execution via a malicious field value passed in a raw message to the ActionMessage.
Credit: security@apache.org security@apache.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| maven/org.apache.struts:struts2-struts1-plugin | <=2.3.37 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | =2.3.20 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.20.1 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.20.3 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.24 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.24.1 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.24.3 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.28 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.28.1 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.29 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.30 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.31 | |
| Apache Struts 2 | =2.3.32 | |
| Apache Struts |
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Reference Links
- http://struts.apache.org/docs/s2-048.html
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/alert-cve-2017-9805-3889403.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99484
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1038838
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20180706-0002/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42324/
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44643/
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-9791
- https://github.com/apache/struts/commit/ffe0e20edd9d5386f4410fddd970286a69373243
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20180706-0002
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42324
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44643
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-29rm-6752-gvwv (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-9791?
CVE-2017-9791 has been rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9791?
To fix CVE-2017-9791, upgrade to Apache Struts version 2.3.32 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2017-9791?
CVE-2017-9791 affects Apache Struts versions 2.1.x and 2.3.x up to 2.3.31.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-9791?
CVE-2017-9791 is a remote code execution vulnerability in the Struts 1 plugin.
Can CVE-2017-9791 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-9791 can be exploited remotely if the vulnerable version is exposed.
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