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Apache Struts 2 Vulnerability CVE-2025-68493 Exposes Sensitive Data

Redhotcyber • January 12, 2026

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Cybersecurity experts at ZAST.AI have discovered a significant security flaw in Apache Struts 2, warning that the vulnerability could put ...

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Critical Apache Struts 2 Vulnerability CVE-2025-68493 Exposes Sensitive Data A critical XML external entity (XXE) injection vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-68493, has been identified in Apache Struts 2. This flaw affects multiple versions of the framework, potentially exposing millions of applications to data theft and server compromise. Immediate action is required from developers and system administrators to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability. 7 sources 30

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Apache Struts 2