published September 14, 2020
NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.9th percentile for exploit probability.
⚠️ A sneaky forced double evaluation in Apache Struts could let an attacker execute code remotely, all because it blindly trusts raw user input! 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant chef who takes any order at face value without checking for mistakes — they might end up serving a dish that wasn't even on the menu! With this flaw, an attacker could craft malicious input that the server unwittingly executes, potentially leading to complete takeover of the application and exposure of sensitive data. This vulnerability turns your server into a puppet, dancing to the strings pulled by an outsider!
Think of it like a restaurant chef who takes any order at face value without checking for mistakes — they might end up serving a dish that wasn't even on the menu! The vulnerability in Apache Struts from versions 2.0.0 to 2.5.20 arises from forced double OGNL evaluation on raw user inputs in tag attributes, allowing remote code execution opportunities for attackers.
With this flaw, an attacker could craft malicious input that the server unwittingly executes, potentially leading to complete takeover of the application and exposure of sensitive data. This vulnerability turns your server into a puppet, dancing to the strings pulled by an outsider! To protect your application, upgrade to Apache Struts version 2.5.21 or later. It’s crucial to review how user inputs are handled and ensure proper sanitization to mitigate risks. Don't leave your server's door wide open! This is fixable! Follow these steps, and you'll have your application locked down in no time. 🛡️