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Short Name |
HTTP:APACHE:REST-RCE |
|---|---|
Severity |
Major |
Recommended |
Yes |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Apache Struts CVE-2016-4438 Remote Code Execution |
Release Date |
2016/09/08 |
Update Number |
2776 |
Supported Platforms |
di-5.3+, idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-11.4+, srx-12.1+, srx-branch-12.1+, vmx-17.4+, vsrx-12.1+, vsrx3bsd-18.2+ |
HTTP: Apache Struts CVE-2016-4438 Remote Code Execution
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in the REST plugin of Apache Struts. A successful attack can lead to arbitrary code execution.
Extended Description
The REST plugin in Apache Struts 2 2.3.19 through 2.3.28.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted expression.
Affected Products
- Apache struts 2.3.20
- Apache struts 2.3.20.1
- Apache struts 2.3.20.3
- Apache struts 2.3.24
- Apache struts 2.3.24.1
- Apache struts 2.3.24.3
- Apache struts 2.3.28
References
- BugTraq: 91275
- CVE: CVE-2016-4438
- URL: http://jvndb.jvn.jp/en/contents/2016/JVNDB-2016-000110.html