CVE-2015-0254

CVE-2015-0254 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apache Standard Taglibs with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 13% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Apache Standard Taglibs before 1.2.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or conduct external XML entity (XXE) attacks via a crafted XSLT extension in a (1) <x:parse> or (2) <x:transform> JSTL XML tag.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2015-0254?
Apache Standard Taglibs before 1.2.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or conduct external XML entity (XXE) attacks via a crafted XSLT extension in a (1) <x:parse> or (2) <x:transform> JSTL XML tag.
How severe is CVE-2015-0254?
CVE-2015-0254 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2015-0254 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 13% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2015-0254?
CVE-2015-0254 primarily affects Apache Standard Taglibs. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-0254?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2015-0254 published?
CVE-2015-0254 was published on 2015-03-09 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (3)