CVE-2025-24813: Apache Tomcat · Path Equivalence: 'file.name'
Affects Apache TomcatSource CVE Database V5
Exploited in the wild · KEV due 22 Apr 2025 · public exploit available (Metasploit, Exploit-DB) · 99% EPSS : apply the vendor's fix or mitigations to Apache Tomcat now.
Data as of 1 Nov 2026, 22:57 UTC
- KEV deadline
- US federal agencies must patch by this date; a sensible deadline for everyone else. Other KEV due dates
- EPSS
- 99.9% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 99% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:HExploitation evidence
t = 0 is the CVE’s publication on cve.org
Disclosed: evidence found.
CVE published 10 Mar 2025
Detectable: evidence found.
nuclei template: Apache Tomcat Path Equivalence - Remote Code Execution
Weaponized: evidence found.
1 Metasploit module · 1 Exploit-DB entry, 28 days after disclosure
Exploited in the wildExploited: evidence found.
Listed in CISA KEV 22 days after disclosure
Observed by OffSeq MirageSeen by Mirage: no evidence on record.
No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors
Timeline
CVE ID reserved
by Apache Software Foundation
, 45 days before disclosure
CVE published
on cve.org
, t = 0
Added to CISA KEV (opens in a new tab)
exploitation confirmed
, 22 days after disclosure
First Exploit-DB entry (opens in a new tab)
Apache Tomcat 11.0.3 - Remote Code Execution
, 28 days after disclosure
KEV remediation due
US federal deadline
, 43 days after disclosure
A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), CISA KEV (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 1 Nov 2026.
What to do
Apply mitigations per vendor instructions, follow applicable BOD 22-01 guidance for cloud services, or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable.
Affected software
| Product | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Software FoundationApache Tomcat | Affected
| Fixed in– |
Mavenorg.apache.tomcat/tomcatpkg:maven/org.apache.tomcat/tomcatOther threats | Affected
| Fixed in– |
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Description
CVE-2025-24813 is a critical vulnerability in Apache Tomcat affecting versions from 8.5.0 through 8.5.100, 9.0.0.M1 through 9.0.98, 10.1.0-M1 through 10.1.34, and 11.0.0-M1 through 11.0.2. It involves path equivalence issues with internal dots in file names handled by the default servlet when write and partial PUT support are enabled. Exploitation can lead to remote code execution, information disclosure, or malicious content injection. The vulnerability requires specific conditions such as enabled writes for the default servlet, partial PUT support, and knowledge of sensitive file names. Upgrading to Apache Tomcat versions 11.0.3, 10.1.35, or 9.0.99 or later mitigates the issue.
References
- lists.apache.org/thread/j5fkjv2k477os90nczf2v9l61fb0kkgq (opens in a new tab)
- openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2025/03/10/5 (opens in a new tab)
- vicarius.io/vsociety/posts/cve-2025-24813-detect-apache-tomcat-rce (opens in a new tab)
- vicarius.io/vsociety/posts/cve-2025-24813-mitigate-apache-tomcat-rce (opens in a new tab)
- security.netapp.com/advisory/ntap-20250321-0001/ (opens in a new tab)
- lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2025/04/msg00003.html (opens in a new tab)
- vicarius.io/vsociety/posts/cve-2025-24813-tomcat-detect-vulnerability (opens in a new tab)
- vicarius.io/vsociety/posts/cve-2025-24813-tomcat-mitigation-vulnerability (opens in a new tab)
- github.com/absholi7ly/POC-CVE-2025-24813/blob/main/README.md (opens in a new tab)
- cisa.gov/known-exploited-vulnerabilities-catalog?field_cve=CVE-2025-24813 (opens in a new tab)