Vulnerability Description
The ParameterInterceptor component in Apache Struts before 2.3.1.1 does not prevent access to public constructors, which allows remote attackers to create or overwrite arbitrary files via a crafted parameter that triggers the creation of a Java object.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Struts | >= 2.1.0, < 2.3.1.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-01/0031.htmlExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47393Third Party Advisory
- http://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/s2-008.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/version-notes-2311.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18329ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://www.sec-consult.com/files/20120104-0_Apache_Struts2_Multiple_Critical_VuExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-01/0031.htmlExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47393Third Party Advisory
- http://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/s2-008.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/version-notes-2311.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18329ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://www.sec-consult.com/files/20120104-0_Apache_Struts2_Multiple_Critical_VuExploitThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-0393?
CVE-2012-0393 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The ParameterInterceptor component in Apache Struts before 2.3.1.1 does not prevent access to public constructors, which allows remote attackers to create or overwrite arbitrary files via a crafted pa...
How severe is CVE-2012-0393?
CVE-2012-0393 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-0393?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Struts.