QID 981163

QID 981163: Java (maven) Security Update for org.apache.struts:struts2-core (GHSA-9gp7-jvm2-r4mx)

If an application allows enter an URL in a form field and built-in URLValidator is used, it is possible to prepare a special URL which will be used to overload server process when performing validation of the URL. Solution is to upgrade to Apache Struts version 2.5.12.

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

  • CVSS V3 rated as Medium - 5.9 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 4.3 severity.
    • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-9gp7-jvm2-r4mx for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 981163

    CVE-2017-7672 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-9gp7-jvm2-r4mx org.apache.struts:struts2-core URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-9gp7-jvm2-r4mx
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