CVE-2012-1562: High severity Joomla Joomla\! vulnerability

Published Jan 15, 2020
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Updated

Joomla! core before 2.5.3 allows unauthorized password change.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Joomla Joomla\!<2.5.3

Event History

Jan 15, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:56 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:56 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-1562?

CVE-2012-1562 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-1562?

To fix CVE-2012-1562, upgrade to Joomla! version 2.5.3 or later.

3

What does CVE-2012-1562 affect?

CVE-2012-1562 affects Joomla! core versions prior to 2.5.3.

4

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2012-1562?

CVE-2012-1562 is a vulnerability that allows unauthorized password changes.

5

Is my Joomla! installation vulnerable to CVE-2012-1562?

If you are running a version of Joomla! before 2.5.3, your installation is vulnerable to CVE-2012-1562.

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