CVE-2010-1871
Published: December 10, 2021
Official Description
JBoss Seam 2 (jboss-seam2), as used in JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 4.3.0 for Red Hat Linux, allows attackers to perform remote code execution. This vulnerability can only be exploited when the Java Security Manager is not properly configured.
CISA KEV Advisory
Red Hat Linux JBoss Seam 2 Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
JBoss Seam 2 (jboss-seam2), as used in JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 4.3.0 for Red Hat Linux, allows attackers to perform remote code execution. This vulnerability can only be exploited when the Java Security Manager is not properly configured.
Apply updates per vendor instructions.
Risk Analysis
A critical remote code execution vulnerability exists in JBoss Seam 2, specifically when used with JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 4.3.0 for Red Hat Linux. This flaw allows attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems. The very high EPSS score of 0.93788 and its presence in the KEV catalog highlight its significant risk and confirmed exploitation.
This vulnerability has been actively exploited in the wild and is included in CISA's KEV catalog. Exploitation is possible when the Java Security Manager is not properly configured.
Administrators should ensure the Java Security Manager is correctly configured to mitigate this vulnerability. Apply any available updates for JBoss Seam 2 and JBoss Enterprise Application Platform 4.3.0.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2010-1871 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CISA has added CVE-2010-1871 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.
Affected Vendors & Products
Exploit & PoC Resources
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Quick Facts
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2010-1871 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
- !CISA KEV: Federal agencies must patch per BOD 22-01 timeline
- !Active exploitation confirmed — treat as P1