CVE-2014-0094

NONECVSS 0.09.0▲Weaponized

0.0

The ParametersInterceptor in Apache Struts before 2.3.16.2 allows remote attackers to "manipulate" the ClassLoader via the class parameter, which is passed to the getClass method.

CVSS v3: —
EG Score: 9.0(low)
EPSS: 99.8%
KEV: Not listed

Published

March 11, 2014

Last Modified

May 6, 2026

References (30)

secalert@redhathttp://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN19294237/index.html
secalert@redhathttp://jvndb.jvn.jp/jvndb/JVNDB-2014-000045
secalert@redhathttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/127215/VMware-Security-Advisory-2014-0007.html
secalert@redhathttp://secunia.com/advisories/56440
secalert@redhathttp://secunia.com/advisories/59178
secalert@redhathttp://struts.apache.org/release/2.3.x/docs/s2-020.html
secalert@redhathttp://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21676706
secalert@redhathttp://www.huawei.com/en/security/psirt/security-bulletins/security-advisories/hw-350733.htm
secalert@redhathttp://www.konakart.com/downloads/ver-7-3-0-0-whats-new
secalert@redhathttp://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/cpuapr2015-2365600.html
secalert@redhathttp://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/531362/100/0/threaded
secalert@redhathttp://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/532549/100/0/threaded
secalert@redhathttp://www.securityfocus.com/bid/65999
secalert@redhathttp://www.securitytracker.com/id/1029876
secalert@redhathttp://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2014-0007.html

Affected Packages

(2 across 1 ecosystem)

Maven(2)

Package	Vulnerable range	Fixed in	Dependents
org.apache.struts:struts2-core	2.0.11 ... 2.3.8 (36 versions)	2.3.16.2	—
org.apache.struts.xwork:xwork-core	2.2.1 ... 2.3.8 (23 versions)	2.3.16.2	—

Data Freshness Timeline

(refreshed 3× in last 7d / 9× in last 30d)

Every time one of our enrichment pipelines (NVD, MITRE cvelistV5, EPSS, CISA KEV, GHSA, OSV, vendor advisories) ran against this CVE. Most recent first.

2026-05-31 22:28 UTCepss_batch
2026-05-31 22:28 UTCepss_batch
2026-05-28 20:04 UTCEG score recompute
2026-05-26 13:41 UTCepss_batch
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2026-05-20 22:37 UTCepss_batch
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Publicly available exploits

(3 references)

Working exploit code is in the public domain (1 Metasploit module) (2 Exploit-DB entries). Defenders should treat patch urgency accordingly — public PoCs typically lead to mass-exploitation within 24-72 hours.

Exploit-DBEDB-33142✓ verified
First seen May 2, 2014
Apache Struts - ClassLoader Manipulation Remote Code Execution (Metasploit)
Open source ↗
Exploit-DBEDB-41690✓ verified
First seen Mar 6, 2014
Apache Struts < 1.3.10 / < 2.3.16.2 - ClassLoader Manipulation Remote Code Execution (Metasploit)
Open source ↗
Metasploitexploit/multi/http/struts_code_exec_classloader✓ verified
First seen Mar 6, 2014
Apache Struts ClassLoader Manipulation Remote Code Execution
Open source ↗

Frequently asked(4)

What is CVE-2014-0094?

CVE-2014-0094 is a none vulnerability published on March 11, 2014. The ParametersInterceptor in Apache Struts before 2.3.16.2 allows remote attackers to "manipulate" the ClassLoader via the class parameter, which is passed to the getClass method.

When was CVE-2014-0094 disclosed?

CVE-2014-0094 was first published in the National Vulnerability Database on March 11, 2014, with the most recent update on May 6, 2026. EchelonGraph re-ingests CVE updates from NVD on a 2-hour cycle, so this page reflects the latest published state.

Is CVE-2014-0094 actively exploited?

CVE-2014-0094 is not currently on CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. FIRST EPSS estimates a 99.8% percentile likelihood of exploitation in the next 30 days — higher percentiles indicate greater predicted risk.

How do I remediate CVE-2014-0094?

Patch to the fixed version published by the affected vendor. Where vendor advisories exist for CVE-2014-0094, EchelonGraph cross-links them in the Vendor Advisories panel below — those typically contain the canonical remediation steps, fixed version numbers, and any vendor-specific mitigations.

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