CVE-2008-4103: Input Validation
Published Sep 18, 2008
·Updated
The mailto (aka commailto) component in Joomla! 1.5 before 1.5.7 sends e-mail messages without validating the URL, which allows remote attackers to transmit spam.
Affected Software
15 affected components
Joomla Com Mailto
Joomla joomla=1.5
Joomla joomla=1.5.1
Joomla joomla=1.5.2
Joomla joomla=1.5.3
Joomla joomla=1.5.4
Joomla joomla=1.5.5
Joomla joomla=1.5.6
Joomla joomla=1.5.5
Joomla joomla=1.5
Joomla joomla=1.5.3
Joomla joomla=1.5.2
Joomla joomla=1.5.1
Joomla joomla=1.5.4
Joomla joomla=1.5.6
Event History
Sep 18, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:47 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:47 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
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.
3
Which versions of Joomla! are affected by CVE-2008-4103?
CVE-2008-4103 affects Joomla! versions 1.5.0 to 1.5.6.
4
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.
5
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.