Vulnerability Description
An issue was discovered in templates/beez3/html/com_content/article/default.php in Joomla! before 3.6.5. Inadequate permissions checks in the Beez3 layout override of the com_content article view allow users to view articles that should not be publicly accessible, as demonstrated by an index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1&template=beez3 request.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | Joomla\! | <= 3.6.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94892Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.joomla.org/announcements/release-news/5693-joomla-3-6-5-released.htmPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94892Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.joomla.org/announcements/release-news/5693-joomla-3-6-5-released.htmPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-9837?
CVE-2016-9837 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). An issue was discovered in templates/beez3/html/com_content/article/default.php in Joomla! before 3.6.5. Inadequate permissions checks in the Beez3 layout override of the com_content article view allo...
How severe is CVE-2016-9837?
CVE-2016-9837 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-2016-9837?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Joomla Joomla\!.