CRITICAL · 9.8

CVE-2013-2251

Apache Struts 2.0.0 through 2.3.15 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OGNL expressions via a parameter with a crafted (1) action:, (2) redirect:, or (3) redirectAction: prefix.

Vulnerability Description

Apache Struts 2.0.0 through 2.3.15 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OGNL expressions via a parameter with a crafted (1) action:, (2) redirect:, or (3) redirectAction: prefix.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
ApacheArchiva>= 1.3, < 1.3.8
ApacheStruts>= 2.0.0, <= 2.3.15
FujitsuInterstage Business Process Manager Analytics12.0
MicrosoftWindows Server 2003-
MicrosoftWindows Server 2008-
RedhatEnterprise Linux>= 5.0, <= 6.10
MicrosoftWindows Server 2012-
OracleSolaris11
OracleSiebel Apps - E-Billing6.1

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2013-2251?

CVE-2013-2251 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Apache Struts 2.0.0 through 2.3.15 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OGNL expressions via a parameter with a crafted (1) action:, (2) redirect:, or (3) redirectAction: prefix.

How severe is CVE-2013-2251?

CVE-2013-2251 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2013-2251?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Archiva, Apache Struts, Fujitsu Interstage Business Process Manager Analytics, Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows Server 2008.