Vulnerability Description
Joomla com_hdwplayer 4.2 contains an SQL injection vulnerability in the search.php file that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries by injecting malicious code through the hdwplayersearch parameter. Attackers can submit POST requests with crafted SQL payloads in the hdwplayersearch parameter to extract sensitive database information from the hdwplayer_videos table.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/48242
- https://www.hdwplayer.com/
- https://www.hdwplayer.com/download/
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/joomla-com-hdwplayer-sql-injection-via-sear
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-37218?
CVE-2020-37218 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH). Joomla com_hdwplayer 4.2 contains an SQL injection vulnerability in the search.php file that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries by injecting malicious code through the h...
How severe is CVE-2020-37218?
CVE-2020-37218 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-2020-37218?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.