CVE-2016-3088
Apache ActiveMQ Improper Input Validation Vulnerability
This vulnerability is in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog: attackers are using it. If you run ActiveMQ, fix it now.
CISA required action: Apply updates per vendor instructions.
US federal civilian agencies must remediate by Aug 10, 2022.
Patch status
Official fix available since
Apply the vendor's update to every affected system. Check the fixed-in versions below where known.
Basis: NVD patch reference
Description
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.
Source: NIST National Vulnerability Database. Official vulnerability data, reproduced as published.
Affected products
| Product | Vendor | Affected versions | Fixed in | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ActiveMQ | Apache Software Foundation | >= 5.0.0, < 5.14.0 | 5.14.0 | KEV |
Sources: KEV = CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Intelligence timeline
Developments from the last 30 days, newest first.
- CVSS scoredUpdateKEV
CVE-2016-3088 scored CVSS 9.8: Apache ActiveMQ, Apache ActiveMQ Improper Input Validation Vulnerability
CISA lists this as exploited in the wild. Unpatched ActiveMQ systems are exposed to active attacks now.
Basis: NIST National Vulnerability Database
- Patch releasedUpdateKEV
Patch released for CVE-2016-3088: Apache ActiveMQ, Apache ActiveMQ Improper Input Validation Vulnerability
An official fix is now available for Apache ActiveMQ. This vulnerability is being exploited, so apply it promptly.
Basis: NVD patch reference
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