ACTIVELY EXPLOITED
CVE-2016-3081: Apache Struts Command Injection Vulnerability
| Vendor | Apache |
|---|---|
| Product | Struts |
| Actively exploited | Yes |
| Added to CISA KEV | 8 Oct 2026 |
| CISA federal deadline | 11 Oct 2026 |
| Weakness (CWE) | CWE-77 |
Required action (CISA's text)
Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
Description (NVD)
Apache Struts contains a command injection vulnerability that could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via method:prefix when Dynamic Method Invocation is enabled.
SOURCES
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- CVE-2024-38475: Apache HTTP Server Improper Escaping of Output Vulnerability
- CVE-2025-24813: Apache Tomcat Path Equivalence Vulnerability
- CVE-2024-45195: Apache OFBiz Forced Browsing Vulnerability
Data from NVD, CISA KEV, FIRST EPSS and vendor advisories. Updated 10 Nov 2026.