CVE-2017-5638β€”Apache Struts Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

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2021-11-03 Β· last modified June 21, 2025

Metadata

CVE ID:
CVE-2017-5638
Project:
Apache
Product:
Struts
Date Added:
2021-11-03
Due Date:
2022-05-03
Last Updated:
June 21, 2025

Vulnerability Name

Apache Struts Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

Description

Apache Struts Jakarta Multipart parser allows for malicious file upload using the Content-Type value, leading to remote code execution.

Known To Be Used in Ransomware Campaigns?

Ransomware Status:
KNOWN

Action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Additional Notes

  • https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2017-5638

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