CVE-2025-68493Struts XXE
Apache Struts 2 is Missing XML Validation
Published Jan 11, 2026 · Updated Oct 21, 2026 · Also known as GHSA-qcfc-hmrc-59x7
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2025-68493 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.1 v3.1) affecting Struts (Apache), com.opensymphony:xwork (maven), org.apache.struts:struts2-core (maven) and 1 more product.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CIRCL KEV, Industry KEV feed since Jul 20, 2026. No public exploit code is known.
- EPSS estimates a 46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Struts 6.1.1, com.opensymphony:xwork 2.2.1, org.apache.struts:struts2-core 6.1.1.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
Scores
CVSS v3.1
8.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
46%
Higher than 98.8% of all scored CVEs
Exploit maturity
Exploited (KEV)
ATLAS score
55/100
Publication score, see How it works
Exploitation Verdict
KEV listed
Jul 20, 2026
190 days after publication
Federal due date
None
No federal due date
Ransomware use
Not reported
Attributed actors
None named
Exploit & Defence Guidance
Exploit maturity
Exploited (KEV)
Public exploit code
0
Proof-of-concept links
In-the-wild evidence
10
Reports of active use
Advisories And Exploit References
Description
Missing XML Validation vulnerability in Apache Struts, Apache Struts.
This issue affects Apache Struts: from 2.0.0 before 2.2.1; Apache Struts: from 2.2.1 through 6.1.0.
Users are recommended to upgrade to version 6.1.1, which fixes the issue.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CIRCL KEV | Jul 20, 2026 | n/a | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Jul 20, 2026 | n/a | Not reported |
Affected Products
9 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| StrutsApache | See advisory | 2.3.37 |
| com.opensymphony:xworkmaven | >= 2.0.0 | 2.2.1 |
| org.apache.struts:struts2-coremaven | >= 2.0.0 | 6.1.1 |
| org.apache.struts.xwork:xwork-coremaven | >= 2.2.1 | 6.1.1 |
Patched Releases
Struts
6.1.1
com.opensymphony:xwork
2.2.1
org.apache.struts:struts2-core
6.1.1
org.apache.struts.xwork:xwork-core
6.1.1
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jan 11, 2026
Added to CIRCL KEV
Jul 20, 2026
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jul 20, 2026
Last updated
Oct 21, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-112 Missing XML Validation
- CWE-611 Improper Restriction of XML External Entity Reference
References
- advisorycve.org · CVERecord
- advisorynvd.nist.gov · CVE-2025-68493
- advisoryGHSA advisory
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
Missing XML Validation vulnerability in Apache Struts, Apache Struts.
Affected: Struts (Apache); com.opensymphony:xwork (maven) versions >= 2.0.0; org.apache.struts:struts2-core (maven) versions >= 2.0.0, among others. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CIRCL KEV, Industry KEV feed since Jul 20, 2026.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
No public exploit code is known.
Fixed versions are available, including Struts 6.1.1, com.opensymphony:xwork 2.2.1, org.apache.struts:struts2-core 6.1.1.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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