CVE-2011-2889: Infoleak
First published: Wed Jul 27 2011(Updated: )
templates/system/error.php in Joomla! before 1.5.23 might allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors that trigger an undefined value of a certain error field, leading to disclosure of the installation path. NOTE: this might overlap CVE-2011-2488.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | <=1.5.22 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.11 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.13 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.3 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.2 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.9 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.18 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.16 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.4 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.10 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.7 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.0 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.15 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.6 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.1 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.17 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.8 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.19 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.21 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.12 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.5 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.20 | |
| Joomla | =1.5.15-rc | |
| Joomla | =1.5.14 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/07/01/1
- http://www.joomla.org/announcements/release-news/5367-joomla-1523-released.html
- http://developer.joomla.org/security/news/9-security/10-core-security/340-20110401-core-information-disclosure.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/68883
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-2889?
CVE-2011-2889 is classified with a medium severity due to its potential to disclose sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2889?
To fix CVE-2011-2889, upgrade Joomla! to version 1.5.23 or later.
What versions of Joomla! are affected by CVE-2011-2889?
CVE-2011-2889 affects Joomla! versions prior to 1.5.23, including 1.5.0 to 1.5.22.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-2889?
CVE-2011-2889 is an information disclosure vulnerability that may allow remote attackers to expose sensitive information.
Can CVE-2011-2889 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2011-2889 can be exploited remotely by attackers to obtain the installation path of the Joomla! application.
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