CVE-2011-5057: Apache Struts 2.3.1.2 and earlier, 2.3.19-2.3.23, provides interfaces that do not properly restrict access...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This issue concerns older Apache Struts 2 applications where request parameters may reach runtime collections such as session or request data through certain framework interfaces. If an application uses the affected pattern, an attacker might alter values the application trusts. Severity is unclear, and the vendor disputed the report's significance because interceptor configuration can mitigate it. Likely exposure is limited to legacy Apache Struts 2 applications on the versions named in the CVE description that implement the affected interfaces and accept untrusted parameters through vulnerable interceptor behavior. Prioritize this as a legacy Struts exposure review, not an emergency response item unless affected applications are internet-facing or security-sensitive. Lack of CVSS and vendor dispute reduce certainty, but runtime data tampering can still affect authentication, authorization, or workflow integrity in vulnerable implementations. Mitigation focus: Inventory Struts 2 applications and compare versions to the CVE description.; Review Apache JIRA and vendor guidance before changing production behavior.; Configure interceptors to restrict unsafe parameter binding where applicable..

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Jun 27, 2026, 17:28 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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