The token check mechanism in Apache Struts 2.0.0 through 2.3.4 does not properly validate the token name configuration parameter, which allows remote attackers to perform cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks by setting the token name configuration parameter to a session attribute.
CVE-2012-4386
NONECVSS 0.0
0.0
EchelonGraph verdictMonitorLow exploitation likelihood right now — keep watching.
- No confirmed exploitation signals yet
CISA-KEV: Not listedEPSS: 3%CVSS: —Exploit: NoneExposed: 0
No vendor fix yet — apply a workaround or compensating control (WAF / firewall / segmentation) and watch for a patch.
- CVSS v3
- —
- EG Score
- 0.0(none)
- EPSS
- 87.2%
- KEV
- Not listed
Published
September 5, 2012
Last Modified
April 29, 2026
References (14)
- secalert@redhathttp://secunia.com/advisories/50420
- secalert@redhathttp://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/s2-010.html
- secalert@redhathttp://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/09/01/4
- secalert@redhathttp://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/09/01/5
- secalert@redhathttp://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55346
- secalert@redhathttps://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/78182
- secalert@redhathttps://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/WW-3858
- af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108http://secunia.com/advisories/50420
- af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108http://struts.apache.org/2.x/docs/s2-010.html
- af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/09/01/4
- af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/09/01/5
- af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/55346
- af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/78182
- af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108https://issues.apache.org/jira/browse/WW-3858
Affected Packages
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Maven(1)
| Package | Vulnerable range | Fixed in | Dependents |
|---|---|---|---|
| org.apache.struts:struts2-core | 2.0.11 ... 2.3.4 (22 versions) | 2.3.4.1 | — |
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Frequently asked(4)
What is CVE-2012-4386?
CVE-2012-4386 is a none vulnerability published on September 5, 2012. The token check mechanism in Apache Struts 2.0.0 through 2.3.4 does not properly validate the token name configuration parameter, which allows remote attackers to perform cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks by setting the token name configuration parameter to a session attribute.
When was CVE-2012-4386 disclosed?
CVE-2012-4386 was first published in the National Vulnerability Database on September 5, 2012, with the most recent update on April 29, 2026. EchelonGraph re-ingests CVE updates from NVD on a 2-hour cycle, so this page reflects the latest published state.
Is CVE-2012-4386 actively exploited?
CVE-2012-4386 is not currently on CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog. FIRST EPSS estimates a 87.2% percentile likelihood of exploitation in the next 30 days — higher percentiles indicate greater predicted risk.
How do I remediate CVE-2012-4386?
Patch to the fixed version published by the affected vendor. Where vendor advisories exist for CVE-2012-4386, 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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