How severe is CVE-2010-2103?

No CVSS score has been assigned to CVE-2010-2103 yet. Review the advisory details and affected package list to assess your exposure.

Which packages are affected by CVE-2010-2103?

CVE-2010-2103 affects the following packages: org.apache.axis2.wso2:axis2 (Maven). Ecosystems affected: Maven.

How do I fix CVE-2010-2103?

Update org.apache.axis2.wso2:axis2 to 1.6.0 or later, then make sure no transitive (indirect) dependency still pins the vulnerable range — O3 confirms CVE-2010-2103 is resolved across your whole dependency graph.

How do I detect CVE-2010-2103 in my Maven dependencies?

Scan your dependency tree (package-lock.json, pnpm-lock.yaml, requirements.txt, go.sum, etc.) for org.apache.axis2.wso2:axis2, including transitive dependencies — a direct dependency you never call can still pull in a vulnerable version.

How do I mitigate CVE-2010-2103 if there is no patch (or I can't update yet)?

Escape or sanitise the affected output on the server side rather than relying on client-side filtering, and add a Content-Security-Policy that blocks inline script execution so injected markup cannot run even if it reaches the page.

Is CVE-2010-2103 actively exploited in the wild?

Yes. There are 5 known exploit references for CVE-2010-2103, including 1 documented proof-of-concept exploit on Exploit-DB and 4 in-the-wild exploitations observed on GitHub and other sources. Treat this as actively exploitable and prioritize patching immediately. All exploit code should only be run in an isolated sandbox environment for research or authorized testing — never against production systems without explicit written authorization.

What is the EPSS score for CVE-2010-2103?

CVE-2010-2103 has an EPSS (Exploit Prediction Scoring System) score of 34.9%, placing it in the 98th percentile of all CVEs. EPSS is maintained by FIRST.org and estimates the probability that a vulnerability will be exploited in the wild within the next 30 days. This score warrants monitoring and prompt remediation.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2010-2103?

CVE-2010-2103 is classified as Cross-site Scripting (XSS) (CWE-79). This weakness type describe the underlying flaw category, which helps determine the potential impact and the right class of mitigation. This is a high-impact weakness class that often enables remote code execution or data exposure.

When was CVE-2010-2103 published, and has it been updated?

CVE-2010-2103 was published on May 14, 2022 and was last updated on November 8, 2023. Advisory data evolves as severity scores, affected ranges, and exploit intelligence are revised — always check the latest version of the advisory before acting.

☕ Maven

Not in CISA KEV

CVE-2010-2103 — axis2

CVE-2010-2103 is a Cross-site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in org.apache.axis2.wso2:axis2. 5 public exploit or proof-of-concept references are indexed, so weaponization risk is real. A fix is available for org.apache.axis2.wso2:axis2 — see the affected versions and patch details below.

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation in Apache Axis2

Published

May 14, 2022

Updated

Nov 8, 2023

Affected

1 pkg

Patched

1 / 1

Exploits

5 known

Exploitation data as of Oct 30, 2026 · OSV.dev, NVD, FIRST.org (EPSS)

EPSS Exploitation Probability

via FIRST.org ↗

34.9%probability of exploitation in next 30 days

Moderate Risk0.00%

Lower risk than most CVEs98th percentile — riskier than 98% of all scored CVEsHighest risk

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days, from FIRST.org EPSS.

Real-World Exposure

1 pkg affected

☕org.apache.axis2.wso2:axis2

Real-time download stats are indexed for npm and PyPI packages. This vulnerability affects Maven packages — download data is not available via public APIs for these ecosystems.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in axis2-admin/axis2-admin/engagingglobally in the administration console in Apache Axis2/Java 1.4.1, 1.5.1, and possibly other versions, as used in SAP Business Objects 12, 3com IMC, and possibly other products, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the modules parameter. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Affected Packages

1 total 1 fixed

Ecosystem	Package	Vulnerable range	Fix
☕Maven	`org.apache.axis2.wso2:axis2`	≥ 1.4.1&&< 1.6.0	1.6.0`org.apache.axis2.wso2:axis2:1.6.0`

Affected Products

1 product · 4 configurations

Application

axis2apache

2 versions

1.4.11.5.1

Exploits & PoCs

Research use only. For defensive security, authorized penetration testing, and academic research only. Never execute exploit code against systems without explicit written authorization.

EDB-12689webappsmultiple

Apache Axis2 Administration Console - (Authenticated) Cross-Site Scripting

by Richard Brain · May 21, 2010

Exploit-DB Source

Detection & mitigation playbook

Open-source dependency

Detect
Scan your dependency tree (package-lock.json, pnpm-lock.yaml, requirements.txt, go.sum, etc.) for org.apache.axis2.wso2:axis2, including transitive dependencies — a direct dependency you never call can still pull in a vulnerable version.
Fix
Update org.apache.axis2.wso2:axis2 to 1.6.0 or later, then make sure no transitive (indirect) dependency still pins the vulnerable range — O3 confirms CVE-2010-2103 is resolved across your whole dependency graph.
Workarounds
Escape or sanitise the affected output on the server side rather than relying on client-side filtering, and add a Content-Security-Policy that blocks inline script execution so injected markup cannot run even if it reaches the page.

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