CVE-2017-15707

Description

In Apache Struts 2.5 to 2.5.14, the REST Plugin is using an outdated JSON-lib library which is vulnerable and allow perform a DoS attack using malicious request with specially crafted JSON payload.

References

Link	Tags
https://cwiki.apache.org/confluence/display/WW/S2-054	patch vendor advisory
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujul2018-4258247.html	patch
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1039946	vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102021	vdb entry third party advisory
http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuapr2018-3678067.html	patch
https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20171214-0001/	third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2017-15707?: CVE-2017-15707 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2017-15707?: To fix CVE-2017-15707, 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-2017-15707 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2017-15707 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~2% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2017-15707?: CVE-2017-15707 affects Apache Software Foundation Apache Struts.

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Description

Category

CWE-20 – Improper Input Validation

References

Frequently Asked Questions