7.5
CWE
89
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2009-2638: SQL Injection

First published: Tue Jul 28 2009(Updated: )

SQL injection vulnerability in the AkoBook (com_akobook) component 2.3 for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the gbid parameter in a reply action to index.php.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Joomla
Joomla Akobook=2.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2009-2638?

    CVE-2009-2638 is classified as a medium severity SQL injection vulnerability.

  • How do I fix CVE-2009-2638?

    To fix CVE-2009-2638, update the AkoBook component to the latest version provided by the vendor.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2009-2638?

    Users of Joomla! with the AkoBook component version 2.3 are affected by CVE-2009-2638.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-2638?

    CVE-2009-2638 is an SQL injection vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands.

  • What is the gbid parameter in CVE-2009-2638?

    The gbid parameter in CVE-2009-2638 is a variable in the reply action of the AkoBook component that is exploited for SQL injection.

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