CVE-2013-2134
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitArbitrary code execution in Apache Struts 2
Published May 14, 2022 · Updated Dec 5, 2024 · Also known as GHSA-gqqm-564f-vvxq
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2013-2134 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.3 v2) affecting Struts (Apache), org.apache.struts:struts2-core (maven), org.apache.struts.xwork:xwork-core (maven).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Oct 13, 2025. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Struts 2.3.14.3, org.apache.struts:struts2-core 2.3.14.3, org.apache.struts.xwork:xwork-core 2.3.14.3.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v2
9.3
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
70%
Higher than 99.3% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Apache Struts 2 before 2.3.14.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OGNL code via a request with a crafted action name that is not properly handled during wildcard matching, a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-2135.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Oct 13, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
3 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| StrutsApache | See advisory | 2.3.14.3 |
| org.apache.struts:struts2-coremaven | >= 2.0.0 | 2.3.14.3 |
| org.apache.struts.xwork:xwork-coremaven | >= 2.0.0 | 2.3.14.3 |
Patched Releases
Struts
2.3.14.3
org.apache.struts:struts2-core
2.3.14.3
org.apache.struts.xwork:xwork-core
2.3.14.3
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
May 14, 2022
Last updated
Dec 5, 2024
Added to Industry KEV feed
Oct 13, 2025
Weakness Type
- CWE-94 Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
References
- advisoryGHSA advisory
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2013-2134
- advisory60346
- advisory64758
- exploitExploitDB-38549
FAQ
Common Questions.
Apache Struts 2 before 2.3.14.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OGNL code via a request with a crafted action name that is not properly handled during wildcard matching, a different vulnerability than CVE-2013-2135.
Affected: Struts (Apache); org.apache.struts:struts2-core (maven) versions >= 2.0.0; org.apache.struts.xwork:xwork-core (maven) versions >= 2.0.0. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Oct 13, 2025.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Struts 2.3.14.3, org.apache.struts:struts2-core 2.3.14.3, org.apache.struts.xwork:xwork-core 2.3.14.3.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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