CVE-2023-50164
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitApache Struts vulnerable to path traversal
Published Dec 7, 2023 · Updated Aug 12, 2026 · Also known as GHSA-2j39-qcjm-428w, TR-23-0685
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2023-50164 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Struts (Apache), org.apache.struts:struts2-core (maven), org.apache.struts.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Jan 31, 2024. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 81% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Struts 2.5.33, org.apache.struts:struts2-core 2.5.33, org.apache.struts:struts2-core 6.3.0.2.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
81%
Higher than 99.6% 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
An attacker can manipulate file upload params to enable paths traversal and under some circumstances this can lead to uploading a malicious file which can be used to perform Remote Code Execution. Users are recommended to upgrade to versions Struts 2.5.33 or Struts 6.3.0.2 or greater to fix this issue.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Jan 31, 2024 | 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 | 2.5.33 |
| org.apache.struts:struts2-coremaven | >= 2.0.0 | 2.5.33 |
| org.apache.struts | >= 2.0.0 | n/a |
Patched Releases
Struts
2.5.33
org.apache.struts:struts2-core
2.5.33, 6.3.0.2
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Dec 7, 2023
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jan 31, 2024
Last updated
Aug 12, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-552 Files or Directories Accessible to External Parties
References
- advisoryGHSA advisory
- advisoryhttps://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/tree/main/cves/2023/50xxx/CVE-2023-50164.json
- advisoryhttps://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2023-50164
- advisoryhttps://security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20231214-0010/
- advisoryUSOM advisory
FAQ
Common Questions.
An attacker can manipulate file upload params to enable paths traversal and under some circumstances this can lead to uploading a malicious file which can be used to perform Remote Code Execution.
Affected: Struts (Apache); org.apache.struts:struts2-core (maven) versions >= 2.0.0; org.apache.struts versions >= 2.0.0. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Jan 31, 2024.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Struts 2.5.33, org.apache.struts:struts2-core 2.5.33, org.apache.struts:struts2-core 6.3.0.2.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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