Vulnerability Description
The mailto (aka com_mailto) component in Joomla! 1.5 before 1.5.7 sends e-mail messages without validating the URL, which allows remote attackers to transmit spam.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | Com Mailto | All versions |
| Joomla | Joomla | 1.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://developer.joomla.org/security/news/273-20080903-core-commailto-spam.html
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=122115344915232&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=122118210029084&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=122152798516853&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31789
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4275
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45070
- http://developer.joomla.org/security/news/273-20080903-core-commailto-spam.html
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=122115344915232&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=122118210029084&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=122152798516853&w=2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31789
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4275
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45070
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4103?
CVE-2008-4103 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The mailto (aka com_mailto) component in Joomla! 1.5 before 1.5.7 sends e-mail messages without validating the URL, which allows remote attackers to transmit spam.
How severe is CVE-2008-4103?
CVE-2008-4103 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-4103?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Joomla Com Mailto, Joomla Joomla.