Vulnerability Description
JRequest in Joomla! 1.5 before 1.5.7 does not sanitize variables that were set with JRequest::setVar, which allows remote attackers to conduct "variable injection" attacks and have unspecified other impact.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | Joomla | 1.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://developer.joomla.org/security/news/271-20080901-core-jrequest-variable-in
- 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
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1020843
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45069
- http://developer.joomla.org/security/news/271-20080901-core-jrequest-variable-in
- 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
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1020843
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4105?
CVE-2008-4105 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). JRequest in Joomla! 1.5 before 1.5.7 does not sanitize variables that were set with JRequest::setVar, which allows remote attackers to conduct "variable injection" attacks and have unspecified other i...
How severe is CVE-2008-4105?
CVE-2008-4105 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-4105?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Joomla Joomla.