Vulnerability Description
ParametersInterceptor in OpenSymphony XWork 2.0.x before 2.0.6 and 2.1.x before 2.1.2, as used in Apache Struts and other products, does not properly restrict # (pound sign) references to context objects, which allows remote attackers to execute Object-Graph Navigation Language (OGNL) statements and modify server-side context objects, as demonstrated by use of a \u0023 representation for the # character.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Opensymphony | Xwork | 2.0.0 |
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://fisheye6.atlassian.com/cru/CR-9/Patch
- http://issues.apache.org/struts/browse/WW-2692Exploit
- http://jira.opensymphony.com/browse/XW-641Exploit
- http://osvdb.org/49732
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32495Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32497Vendor Advisory
- http://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/s2-003.htmlExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32101
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3003Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3004
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46328
- http://fisheye6.atlassian.com/cru/CR-9/Patch
- http://issues.apache.org/struts/browse/WW-2692Exploit
- http://jira.opensymphony.com/browse/XW-641Exploit
- http://osvdb.org/49732
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-6504?
CVE-2008-6504 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). ParametersInterceptor in OpenSymphony XWork 2.0.x before 2.0.6 and 2.1.x before 2.1.2, as used in Apache Struts and other products, does not properly restrict # (pound sign) references to context obje...
How severe is CVE-2008-6504?
CVE-2008-6504 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-6504?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Opensymphony Xwork, Apache Struts.