CVE-2011-5057
Overview
CVE-2011-5057 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting apache struts. It was published on January 8, 2012.
Technical Description
Apache Struts 2.3.1.2 and earlier, 2.3.19-2.3.23, provides interfaces that do not properly restrict access to collections such as the session and request collections, which might allow remote attackers to modify run-time data values via a crafted parameter to an application that implements an affected interface, as demonstrated by the SessionAware, RequestAware, ApplicationAware, ServletRequestAware, ServletResponseAware, and ParameterAware interfaces. NOTE: the vendor disputes the significance of this report because of an "easy work-around in existing apps by configuring the interceptor."
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apache. Update struts to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| apache | struts | >= 2.0.0, < 2.3.3 | Affected |
References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-5057?
CVE-2011-5057 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting apache struts. It was published on January 8, 2012.
How severe is CVE-2011-5057?
CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2011-5057?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apache. Update struts to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
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