CVE-2016-15057 Apache Continuum: Command injection leading to RCE
Attackers with REST API access can execute arbitrary commands on the server via command injection in the retired Apache Continuum.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2016-15057?
CVE-2016-15057 is a critical command injection vulnerability in Apache Continuum, published on 26 Jan 2026. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official 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.
Weakness: CWE-77
Which versions are affected by CVE-2016-15057?
2 open source packages ship an affected version, including org.apache.continuum:continuum. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
org.apache.continuum:continuum Maven | All versions to 1.4.2 | None |
org.apache.continuum:continuum Maven | All versions to 1.4.2 | None |
Products include Apache Continuum.
How do I fix CVE-2016-15057?
No fix has been published for CVE-2016-15057 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and pass arguments to programs as a list instead of through a shell. More about Command injection.
Is CVE-2016-15057 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2016-15057 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Metasploit module.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-77p9-w6pj-rmvg.