CVE-2016-3081
Published 2016-04-26 · Updated 2026-10-08 · Source secalert@redhat.com
Description
Apache Struts 2.3.19 to 2.3.20.2, 2.3.21 to 2.3.24.1, and 2.3.25 to 2.3.28, when Dynamic Method Invocation is enabled, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via method: prefix, related to chained expressions.
CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CISA Known-Exploited Vulnerability
Product: Apache — Struts
Name: Apache Struts Command Injection Vulnerability
Date added: 2026-10-08 · Due: 2026-10-11
Required action: Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/136856/Apache-Struts-2.3.28-Dynamic-Method-Invocation-Remote-Code-Execution.html
- http://www.huawei.com/en/psirt/security-advisories/huawei-sa-20160527-01-struts2-en
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujul2016-2881720.html
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpuoct2016-2881722.html
- http://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/exploit/linux/http/struts_dmi_exec
- http://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/exploit/multi/http/struts_dmi_exec
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/87327
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91787

