Vulnerability Description
CookieInterceptor in Apache Struts 2.x before 2.3.20, when a wildcard cookiesName value is used, does not properly restrict access to the getClass method, which allows remote attackers to "manipulate" the ClassLoader and modify session state via a crafted request. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2014-0113.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache | Struts | 2.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59816
- http://struts.apache.org/release/2.3.x/docs/s2-022.html
- http://www.huawei.com/en/security/psirt/security-bulletins/security-advisories/h
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/cpuapr2015-2365600.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67218
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59816
- http://struts.apache.org/release/2.3.x/docs/s2-022.html
- http://www.huawei.com/en/security/psirt/security-bulletins/security-advisories/h
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/cpuapr2015-2365600.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/67218
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-0116?
CVE-2014-0116 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.8 (MEDIUM). CookieInterceptor in Apache Struts 2.x before 2.3.20, when a wildcard cookiesName value is used, does not properly restrict access to the getClass method, which allows remote attackers to "manipulate"...
How severe is CVE-2014-0116?
CVE-2014-0116 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-0116?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apache Struts.