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CVE-2016-3090: Improper Input Validation

May 14, 2022 (updated July 31, 2023)

The TextParseUtil.translateVariables method in Apache Struts 2.x before 2.3.20 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted OGNL expression with ANTLR tooling.

References

  • github.com/advisories/GHSA-ggmp-fxfg-277r
  • nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-3090
  • security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20180629-0005/
  • struts.apache.org/docs/s2-027.html
  • web.archive.org/web/20210123095942/http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/85131
  • web.archive.org/web/20211206100940/https://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035267

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Affected versions

All versions starting from 2.0 before 2.3.20

Fixed versions

  • 2.3.20

Solution

Upgrade to version 2.3.20 or above.

Impact 8.8 HIGH

CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

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Weakness

  • CWE-20: Improper Input Validation
  • CWE-78: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection')

Source file

maven/org.apache.struts/struts2-core/CVE-2016-3090.yml

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