CVE-2009-4789: Code Injection

Published Apr 21, 2010
·
Updated

Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in the MojoBlog component RC 0.15 for Joomla! allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the mosConfigabsolutepath parameter to (1) wp-comments-post.php and (2) wp-trackback.php.

Affected Software

4 affected components
MojoBlog MojoBlog=rc0.15
Joomla joomla
All of the following
MojoBlog MojoBlog=rc0.15
Joomla joomla

Event History

Apr 21, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
02:30 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-4789?

CVE-2009-4789 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-4789?

To fix CVE-2009-4789, you should update the MojoBlog component to a patched version that resolves the remote file inclusion vulnerabilities.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2009-4789?

CVE-2009-4789 affects the MojoBlog component version RC 0.15 for Joomla! installations.

4

Can CVE-2009-4789 lead to data compromise?

Yes, exploitation of CVE-2009-4789 can lead to arbitrary PHP code execution, which may result in data compromise.

5

Is CVE-2009-4789 specific to certain Joomla! versions?

CVE-2009-4789 specifically targets the MojoBlog component and is not dependent on the Joomla! version itself.

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