CVE-2008-2701: SQL Injection

Published Jun 13, 2008
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Updated

SQL injection vulnerability in the GameQ (comgameq) component 4.0 and earlier for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the categoryid parameter in a page action to index.php.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Joomla Com Gameq=4.0

Event History

Jun 13, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:19 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:19 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-2701?

CVE-2008-2701 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for allowing remote SQL command execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-2701?

To fix CVE-2008-2701, update to a patched version of the GameQ component that's later than version 4.0.

3

What kind of attacks can be performed using CVE-2008-2701?

CVE-2008-2701 allows attackers to perform SQL injection attacks, potentially compromising the database.

4

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-2701?

CVE-2008-2701 affects version 4.0 and earlier of the GameQ component for Joomla!.

5

Is CVE-2008-2701 still a threat today?

While CVE-2008-2701 primarily affects older Joomla! versions, any system still using these should consider it a threat.

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