CVE-2016-4438
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.
- Published
- Jul 4, 2016
- Updated
- Aug 6, 2024
- Assigning CNA
- redhat
- Evidence observed
- Aug 8, 2026
Primary CVSS
nvd · CVSS 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HModerate · next 30 days
- Percentile
- 97.0%
- Model date
- Sep 21, 2026
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Summary
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.
Sources
2Proof-of-concept exploit for Apache Struts2 S2-037 (CVE-2016-4438) remote code execution vulnerability. Includes PoC script and command execution tool for security testing.
Proof-of-concept exploit for CVE-2016-4438, a remote code execution vulnerability in Apache Struts 2, enabling exploitation testing and security validation.
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