Vulnerability Description
Joomla! Core is prone to a session fixation vulnerability. An attacker may leverage this issue to hijack an arbitrary session and gain access to sensitive information, which may help in launching further attacks. Joomla! Core versions 1.5.x ranging from 1.5.0 and up to and including 1.5.15 are vulnerable.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | Joomla\! | >= 1.5.0, <= 1.5.15 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://developer.joomla.org/security-centre/309-20100423-core-sessation-fixatioVendor Advisory
- https://www.acunetix.com/vulnerabilities/web/joomla-core-1-5-x-session-fixation-Third Party Advisory
- https://developer.joomla.org/security-centre/309-20100423-core-sessation-fixatioVendor Advisory
- https://www.acunetix.com/vulnerabilities/web/joomla-core-1-5-x-session-fixation-Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-1434?
CVE-2010-1434 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Joomla! Core is prone to a session fixation vulnerability. An attacker may leverage this issue to hijack an arbitrary session and gain access to sensitive information, which may help in launching furt...
How severe is CVE-2010-1434?
CVE-2010-1434 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-2010-1434?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Joomla Joomla\!.