CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-9793

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The REST Plugin in Apache Struts versions 2.1.x, 2.3.7 through 2.3.33 and 2.5 through 2.5.12 is using an outdated XStream library which is vulnerable. This allows for a DoS attack using malicious requests with specially crafted XML payload.

Risk Assessment

The organization may be exposed to DoS attacks, potentially leading to service unavailability and disruption of application functionality. Exploiting this vulnerability could result in serious consequences for system availability.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Apache Struts to the latest version to mitigate the vulnerability caused by the outdated XStream library. Additionally, monitoring network traffic for potential attack attempts is advised.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The REST Plugin in Apache Struts 2.1.x, 2.3.7 through 2.3.33 and 2.5 through 2.5.12 is using an outdated XStream library which is vulnerable and allow perform a DoS attack using malicious request with specially crafted XML payload.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS