CVE-2011-2196: jboss-seam.jar in the JBoss Seam 2 framework 2.2.x and earlier, as distributed in Red Hat JBoss Enterprise...

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CVE-2011-2196 affects older JBoss Seam deployments. A specially crafted URL to an affected application can trigger Expression Language handling during page exception processing and allow arbitrary Java code execution. This matters most for legacy internet-facing Red Hat JBoss applications that still include vulnerable jboss-seam.jar versions. Exposure is most likely in legacy Java applications using JBoss Seam 2.2.x or earlier, especially the listed Red Hat JBoss Enterprise SOA Platform, EAP, and Web Platform versions. Systems no longer maintained or migrated may still carry the vulnerable jar. Prioritize this for legacy JBoss environments that are internet-facing or business-critical. The business risk is remote code execution in older application platforms, but urgency depends on whether affected Seam components remain deployed and exposed. Mitigation focus: Inventory applications that package or depend on jboss-seam.jar.; Apply the relevant Red Hat RHSA update for the deployed product stream.; Check vendor guidance before applying compensating controls or workarounds..

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Jun 27, 2026, 18:09 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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