Security readout for executives and security teams
This is a legacy BEA WebLogic issue where the administrator password may be stored in cleartext in config.xml. Anyone with local access to that file could recover the admin password and escalate privileges in the affected WebLogic environment. Exposure is most likely in old or unsupported BEA WebLogic Server or Express 8.1 SP1-and-earlier deployments where local users can read config.xml. Prioritize if any affected WebLogic instance remains in production or shared hosting. The issue is old, but exposed administrator credentials can undermine the entire application platform. Mitigation focus: Identify any BEA WebLogic Server or Express 8.1 SP1-and-earlier systems.; Review BEA04_50.00 and CERT guidance for vendor-supported remediation.; Restrict local filesystem access to config.xml to required administrators only..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- weblogic-boot-password-disclosure(14957)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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