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CVE-2008-6505: Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Apache Struts 2.0.x before 2.0.12 and 2.1.x before 2.1.3 al...

Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Apache Struts 2.0.x before 2.0.12 and 2.1.x before 2.1.3 allow remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a ..%252f (encoded dot dot slash) in a URI with a /struts/ path, related to (1) FilterDispatcher in 2.0.x and (2) DefaultStaticContentLoader in 2.1.x.

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This flaw lets a remote attacker read files from vulnerable Apache Struts 2 applications by abusing encoded directory traversal in /struts/ URLs. The main business concern is disclosure of local configuration, credentials, application data, or other sensitive files from older Struts deployments. Exposure is most likely in legacy internet-facing Java web applications still running the affected Apache Struts 2 branches and serving /struts/ paths through the vulnerable dispatcher or static content loader. Prioritize remediation for any internet-facing legacy Struts application because arbitrary file read can expose secrets and accelerate broader compromise. Internal-only systems still warrant cleanup, especially where sensitive configuration or credentials exist on the host. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Apache Struts 2.0.x to 2.0.12 or later.; Upgrade Apache Struts 2.1.x to 2.1.3 or later.; Identify and retire unsupported legacy Struts applications where upgrades are impractical..

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