7.5
CWE
89
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2008-0842: SQL Injection

First published: Wed Feb 20 2008(Updated: )

SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in the Classifier (com_clasifier) component for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cat_id parameter.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Joomla! Com Classifieds

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2008-0842?

    CVE-2008-0842 is considered a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote SQL injection.

  • How do I fix CVE-2008-0842?

    To fix CVE-2008-0842, you should update to the latest version of the Classifier component for Joomla! that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What are the potential impacts of CVE-2008-0842?

    The potential impacts of CVE-2008-0842 include unauthorized access to the database and the ability to execute arbitrary SQL commands.

  • Which versions of Joomla! are affected by CVE-2008-0842?

    CVE-2008-0842 affects versions of the Classifier component prior to the patched updates.

  • How can I determine if my Joomla! site is vulnerable to CVE-2008-0842?

    You can determine if your Joomla! site is vulnerable to CVE-2008-0842 by checking the version of the Classifier component and reviewing any security advisories for updates.

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