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CVE-2025-68493

HighPublished

Apache Struts, Apache Struts: XXE vulnerability in outdated XWork component

Published: Jan 11, 2026
Updated: Sep 14, 2026
Assigning CNA: apache
Evidence observed: Aug 8, 2026

Primary CVSS

8.1/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 3.1

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H

EPSS probability estimate

43.3%

Moderate · next 30 days

Percentile: 98.7%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

Missing XML Validation vulnerability in Apache Struts, Apache Struts. This issue affects Apache Struts: from 2.0.0 before 2.2.1; Apache Struts: from 2.2.1 through 6.1.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 6.1.1, which fixes the issue.

Sources

CVE-2025-68493Exploit
Python PoC script and Nuclei YAML template for detecting and exploiting CVE-2025-68493, an XXE vulnerability in Apache Struts, enabling file read and batch scanning.

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