Vulnerability Description
The register method in the UsersModelRegistration class in controllers/user.php in the Users component in Joomla! before 3.6.4 allows remote attackers to gain privileges by leveraging incorrect use of unfiltered data when registering on a site.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | Joomla\! | <= 3.6.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/auxiliary/admin/http/joomla_registration_privesThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93883Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037108Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://blog.sucuri.net/2016/10/details-on-the-privilege-escalation-vulnerabilitExploitTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
- https://developer.joomla.org/security-centre/660-20161002-core-elevated-privilegVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/joomla/joomla-cms/commit/bae1d43938c878480cfd73671e4945211538Patch
- https://medium.com/%40showthread/joomla-3-6-4-account-creation-elevated-privileg
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/40637/ExploitThird Party Advisory
- http://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/auxiliary/admin/http/joomla_registration_privesThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93883Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1037108Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://blog.sucuri.net/2016/10/details-on-the-privilege-escalation-vulnerabilitExploitTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
- https://developer.joomla.org/security-centre/660-20161002-core-elevated-privilegVendor Advisory
- https://github.com/joomla/joomla-cms/commit/bae1d43938c878480cfd73671e4945211538Patch
- https://medium.com/%40showthread/joomla-3-6-4-account-creation-elevated-privileg
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-8869?
CVE-2016-8869 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The register method in the UsersModelRegistration class in controllers/user.php in the Users component in Joomla! before 3.6.4 allows remote attackers to gain privileges by leveraging incorrect use of...
How severe is CVE-2016-8869?
CVE-2016-8869 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-8869?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Joomla Joomla\!.