Joomla: security vulnerability
Joomla
Security vulnerability in the Joomla component. Threat level: High (CVSS 7).
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Who is affected
This vulnerability affects: Joomla. If you use this component on your site, check the version and update it as soon as possible.
How dangerous
Rating: High, CVSS 7 out of 10. It is worth acting before the flaw is exploited.
What this flaw is
This is a security vulnerability in one of the site components. Full technical details are described in the source NVD entry, linked below.
Even seemingly lower-priority flaws are often chained into attacks, so it is not worth delaying the update of the vulnerable component.
Score breakdown (CVSS vector)
What the CVSS 7 rating means in practice:
- The attack can be carried out remotely, over the internet.
- Requires an account with elevated privileges.
- Requires no action from the victim.
Weakness class: CWE-22.
What to do
- Update the vulnerable component (Joomla) to the latest version.
- If a patch is not out yet, temporarily disable the vulnerable element.
- Check whether the site has already been attacked: unusual files, new administrator accounts, redirects.
- Make a backup before you start making changes.
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