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CVE-2012-2148: An issue exists in the property replacements feature in any descriptor in JBoxx AS 7.1.1 ignores java secur...

An issue exists in the property replacements feature in any descriptor in JBoxx AS 7.1.1 ignores java security policies

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Plain-English summary

This record describes a legacy JBoss AS 7.1.1 issue where descriptor property replacement may ignore Java security policies. The sources do not provide severity, CVSS, a named fix, or confirmed exploitation. Business urgency depends on whether this old application server version remains in use, especially for sensitive or internet-facing workloads.

Executive priority

Track as a legacy platform risk until inventory proves absence. If JBoss AS 7.1.1 is present, prioritize remediation planning because missing severity data does not mean low risk, and unsupported middleware can create broader operational exposure.

Technical view

CVE-2012-2148 concerns the property replacement feature in descriptors for JBoss AS 7.1.1, where Java security policies may be ignored. The bundle lists no CWE, CVSS vector, exploit detail, or remediation text. Treat this as a configuration and platform exposure requiring vendor-guidance review and asset validation.

Likely exposure

Exposure is most likely in environments still running JBoss AS 7.1.1 with descriptors using property replacement and relying on Java security policies. The supplied sources do not identify other affected versions or products.

Exploitation context

The provided KEV flag is false, and the cited bundle does not report active exploitation. The sources also do not provide exploit prerequisites, attack path, or public weaponization details.

Researcher notes

Evidence is sparse. The record names JBoss AS 7.1.1 and a property replacement behavior that ignores Java security policies, but omits CVSS, CWE, fix status, and exploitation evidence. Avoid expanding scope beyond the listed product and version without vendor confirmation.

Mitigation direction

  • Inventory systems for JBoss AS 7.1.1 or matching legacy application server builds.
  • Check Red Hat and distribution guidance for supported fixes or replacement recommendations.
  • Reduce exposure for affected servers, especially administrative and deployment interfaces.
  • Review descriptor property replacement usage where Java security policies are security-relevant.
  • Prioritize upgrade or retirement if the product version is unsupported.

Validation and detection

  • Confirm installed JBoss AS version on each application server asset.
  • Identify descriptors using property replacement in affected deployments.
  • Verify whether Java security policies are relied on for protection boundaries.
  • Review vendor advisory pages for any version-specific remediation guidance.
  • Document compensating controls for any system that cannot be upgraded promptly.
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Confidence
medium
Sources
5

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Severity
Unknown
CVSS
Not scored
Known Exploited
No
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Affected products

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VendorProductVersion / packageStatus
jbossas4AS7.1.1Listed
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