CVE-2017-20281 — HIGH (8.2)

Vulnerability Description

Joomla! Component Extra Search 2.2.8 contains an SQL injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to manipulate database queries by injecting SQL code through the establename parameter. Attackers can send GET requests to index.php with the option=com_extrasearch parameter and malicious SQL in the establename field to extract sensitive database information.

CVSS Score

8.2

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

LOW

Availability

NONE

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Joomlaboat	Extra Search	2.2.8

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-89

References

http://www.joomlaboat.com/Product
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41663ExploitVDB Entry
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/joomla-component-extra-search-sql-injectionThird Party Advisory

FAQ

What is CVE-2017-20281?

CVE-2017-20281 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH). Joomla! Component Extra Search 2.2.8 contains an SQL injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to manipulate database queries by injecting SQL code through the establename paramete...

How severe is CVE-2017-20281?

CVE-2017-20281 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2017-20281?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Joomlaboat Extra Search.