7.5
CWE
89
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2008-0854: SQL Injection

First published: Thu Feb 21 2008(Updated: )

SQL injection vulnerability in the com_salesrep component for Joomla! and Mambo allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the rid parameter in a showrep action to index.php.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Mambo Com Salesrep
Joomla Com Salesrep

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2008-0854?

    CVE-2008-0854 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution via SQL injection.

  • How do I fix CVE-2008-0854?

    To mitigate CVE-2008-0854, users should upgrade to the latest versions of Joomla! or Mambo that provide a patch for this vulnerability.

  • Which software is affected by CVE-2008-0854?

    CVE-2008-0854 affects the com_salesrep component in both Joomla! and Mambo systems.

  • What kind of attacks can be carried out using CVE-2008-0854?

    Attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands and potentially gain unauthorized access to the database through CVE-2008-0854.

  • Is CVE-2008-0854 still a threat today?

    While CVE-2008-0854 is an older vulnerability, it can still be a threat if outdated software versions are in use.

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