apache activemq CVE-2016-3088 is a vulnerability in Apache ActiveMQ
Published on June 1, 2016

The Fileserver web application in Apache ActiveMQ 5.x before 5.14.0 allows remote attackers to upload and execute arbitrary files via an HTTP PUT followed by an HTTP MOVE request.

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Known Exploited Vulnerability

This Apache ActiveMQ Improper Input Validation Vulnerability is part of CISA's list of Known Exploited Vulnerabilities. The Fileserver web application in Apache ActiveMQ allows remote attackers to upload and execute arbitrary files via an HTTP PUT followed by an HTTP MOVE request.

The following remediation steps are recommended / required by August 10, 2022: Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Vulnerability Analysis

CVE-2016-3088 is exploitable with network access, and does not require authorization privileges or user interaction. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. It has the highest possible exploitability rating (3.9). The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to be critical as this vulnerability has a high impact to the confidentiality, integrity and availability of this component.

What is an Unrestricted File Upload Vulnerability?

The software allows the attacker to upload or transfer files of dangerous types that can be automatically processed within the product's environment.

CVE-2016-3088 has been classified to as an Unrestricted File Upload vulnerability or weakness.


Products Associated with CVE-2016-3088

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