CVE-2008-4103: Input Validation
First published: Thu Sep 18 2008(Updated: )
The mailto (aka com_mailto) component in Joomla! 1.5 before 1.5.7 sends e-mail messages without validating the URL, which allows remote attackers to transmit spam.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | ||
| Joomla | =1.5 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.1 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.2 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.3 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.4 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.5 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.6 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.5 | |
| Joomla | =1.5 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.3 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.2 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.1 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.4 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.6 |
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Reference Links
- http://developer.joomla.org/security/news/273-20080903-core-commailto-spam.html
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=122118210029084&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=122115344915232&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=122152798516853&w=2
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4275
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31789
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45070
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4103?
CVE-2008-4103 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unsolicited spam emails.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4103?
To fix CVE-2008-4103, update Joomla! to version 1.5.7 or later, which addresses the URL validation issue.
Which versions of Joomla! are affected by CVE-2008-4103?
CVE-2008-4103 affects Joomla! versions 1.5.0 to 1.5.6.
Can CVE-2008-4103 lead to data breaches?
While CVE-2008-4103 primarily facilitates spam, it does not directly lead to data breaches but could potentially be used as part of a broader attack.
Is there a way to mitigate the impact of CVE-2008-4103 if I cannot upgrade?
If upgrading is not possible, consider disabling the mailto component to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2008-4103.
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