CVE-2016-3088VulnerabilityPublished 02/10/2022Updated 10/24/2026

CVE-2016-3088: Apache ActiveMQ Improper Input Validation Vulnerability

Affects Apache ActiveMQSource CISA KEV

Severity

High

No CVSS score published yet

Exploitation: Actively exploited – in CISA KEV since 02/10/2022
KEV deadline: 08/10/2022
EPSS: 98.5% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 99% of CVEs

What to do

CISA required action

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2016-3088 (opens in a new tab)

Description

Apache ActiveMQ's Fileserver web application contains an improper input validation vulnerability that allows remote attackers to upload and execute arbitrary files via a sequence of HTTP PUT and MOVE requests. This vulnerability has been exploited in the wild and is considered high severity.

Summary

CVE-2016-3088 is a vulnerability in the Fileserver web application component of Apache ActiveMQ. It allows remote attackers to upload arbitrary files using an HTTP PUT request and then execute them by issuing an HTTP MOVE request. This improper input validation flaw enables unauthorized code execution on the affected system. Exploitation of this vulnerability has been observed in the wild.

Impact

Successful exploitation permits remote attackers to upload and execute arbitrary files on the server running Apache ActiveMQ, potentially leading to full system compromise or unauthorized control over the affected service.

Mitigation

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to the Fileserver web application and monitor for suspicious HTTP PUT and MOVE requests targeting the service.

Weaknesses

CWE-20Improper Input Validation (opens in a new tab)

What to do

Description

AnalysisAI-generated, updated 10/24/2026, 10:11:03 UTC

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