CVE-2016-15057
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Publication date: 2026-01-26

Last updated on: 2026-01-27

Assigner: Apache Software Foundation

Description
** UNSUPPORTED WHEN ASSIGNED ** Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') vulnerability in Apache Continuum. This issue affects Apache Continuum: all versions. Attackers with access to the installations REST API can use this to invoke arbitrary commands on the server. As this project is retired, we do not plan to release a version that fixes this issue. Users are recommended to find an alternative or restrict access to the instance to trusted users. NOTE: This vulnerability only affects products that are no longer supported by the maintainer.
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Published
2026-01-26
Last Modified
2026-01-27
Generated
2026-05-06
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2026-01-26
EPSS Evaluated
2026-05-05
NVD
CVE-2016-15057
EUVD
EUVD-2016-10802
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Vendor Product Version / Range
apache continuum *
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CWE ID Description
CWE-77 The product constructs all or part of a command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended command when it is sent to a downstream component.
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?

This vulnerability is a Command Injection issue in Apache Continuum where attackers with access to the REST API can execute arbitrary commands on the server due to improper neutralization of special elements in commands.


How can this vulnerability impact me? :

If exploited, this vulnerability allows attackers to run arbitrary commands on the server hosting Apache Continuum, potentially leading to unauthorized control, data compromise, or disruption of services.


What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?

Since Apache Continuum is retired and no fixes will be released, immediate mitigation steps include restricting access to the REST API to trusted users only or migrating to an alternative supported product. [1]


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