QID 980793

QID 980793: Java (maven) Security Update for org.apache.struts:struts2-rest-plugin (GHSA-xcrm-qpp8-hcw4)

In Apache Struts 2.5 to 2.5.14, the REST Plugin is using an outdated JSON-lib library which is vulnerable and allow perform a DoS attack using malicious request with specially crafted JSON payload.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the targeted user.

  • CVSS V3 rated as High - 6.2 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 5 severity.
    • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-xcrm-qpp8-hcw4 for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 980793

    CVE-2017-15707 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-xcrm-qpp8-hcw4 org.apache.struts:struts2-rest-plugin URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-xcrm-qpp8-hcw4
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