CVE-2016-6795

Description

In the Convention plugin in Apache Struts 2.3.x before 2.3.31, and 2.5.x before 2.5.5, it is possible to prepare a special URL which will be used for path traversal and execution of arbitrary code on server side.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.0 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 9.59% Top 10%
Vendor Advisory apache.org
Affected: Apache Software Foundation Apache Struts
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93773 vdb entry third party advisory
https://struts.apache.org/docs/s2-042.html vendor advisory
https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20180629-0003/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-6795?
CVE-2016-6795 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-6795?
To fix CVE-2016-6795, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2016-6795 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2016-6795 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~10% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-6795?
CVE-2016-6795 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Struts.
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