CVE-2017-15707: Vulnerability in org.apache.struts:struts2-rest-plugin

org.apache.struts:struts2-rest-plugin Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

16/10/2018

Disclosed on

CVE-2017-15707

CVE

Yes i

Fix available

Moderate

Severity

6.2

CVSS Score

CVE-2017-15707: Moderate severity vulnerability that affects org.apache.struts:struts2-rest-plugin. Affects org.apache.struts:struts2-rest-plugin versions >= 2.5.0, < 2.5.16. Fixed in 2.5.16. How to fix ↓

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Background

The org.apache.struts:struts2-rest-plugin is a plugin for Apache Struts 2 that provides support for building RESTful web services. It allows developers to easily expose their Struts actions as RESTful endpoints. The plugin uses the JSON-lib library, which is vulnerable in versions 2.5 to 2.5.14 of Apache Struts. This vulnerability can be exploited by sending a specially crafted JSON payload, leading to a denial-of-service (DoS) attack.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability in org.apache.struts:struts2-rest-plugin arises from the use of an outdated and vulnerable version of the JSON-lib library. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by sending malicious requests with specially crafted JSON payloads. The impact of this vulnerability is a DoS attack, which can disrupt the availability of the affected application. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 6.2, indicating a moderate severity.

How To Fix

Minimum fixed version

2.5.16

This is the first release that contains the fix.

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Workaround

There is no specific workaround mentioned for this vulnerability. The recommended solution is to upgrade to the fixed version.

Conclusion

The org.apache.struts:struts2-rest-plugin in Apache Struts 2.5 to 2.5.14 is vulnerable to a DoS attack due to the use of an outdated JSON-lib library. To mitigate this vulnerability, it is crucial to upgrade to Apache Struts version 2.5.16 or later. Regularly updating dependencies is also recommended to ensure the use of secure versions. For further support and assistance in vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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