CVE-2012-1007: Apache Struts XSS in multiple components

Executive brief

Apache Struts is a popular framework used to build Java-based web applications. Multiple vulnerabilities were identified that could allow an attacker to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users. This could lead to unauthorized actions being performed in a user's browser or the theft of sensitive session information. Note: This specific advisory was later withdrawn as it was deemed invalid.

Technical details

Multiple cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities exist in Apache Struts 1.3.10. The flaws are located in the 'name' parameter of 'struts-examples/upload/upload-submit.do' and the 'message' parameter of both 'struts-cookbook/processSimple.do' and 'struts-cookbook/processDyna.do'. A remote attacker can exploit these by sending specially crafted requests, leading to the execution of arbitrary HTML or JavaScript in the context of the victim's browser session. This advisory (GHSA-9848-v244-962p / CVE-2012-1007) was officially withdrawn in May 2026 after being deemed invalid.

Affected products

• Apache Struts <= 1.3.10

Timeline

• 2012-02-07: disclosed: NVD publication date
• 2022-05-14: advisory: GitHub Advisory published
• 2026-05-14: other: Advisory withdrawn as invalid

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