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CVE-2017-9804 is an Apache Struts URL validation flaw. If a Struts application accepts a user-supplied URL and uses the built-in URLValidator, a specially crafted URL can overload the server during validation, creating a denial-of-service risk. Exposure is most likely in internet-facing or internal Struts applications that accept URL input in forms and validate it with the built-in URLValidator on affected versions. Treat this as a focused availability risk, not a confirmed breach indicator. Prioritize exposed Struts applications that process user-entered URLs, especially customer-facing systems where denial of service would affect operations. Mitigation focus: Inventory Apache Struts applications and identify affected versions.; Review Apache Struts S2-050 and vendor advisories for official remediation guidance.; Prioritize public applications that accept URL input in forms..
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Source materials
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- 20170907 Multiple Vulnerabilities in Apache Struts 2 Affecting Cisco Products: September 2017CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_CISCO
- https://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20180629-0001/CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
- https://struts.apache.org/docs/s2-050.htmlCVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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