CVE-2015-8566
First published: Mon Dec 14 2015(Updated: )
Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| composer/joomla/session | <1.3.1 | |
| Joomla Session | =1.3.0 | |
| composer/joomla/session | <1.3.1 | 1.3.1 |
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Reference Links
- https://developer.joomla.org/security-centre/637-20151205-session-remote-code-execution-vulnerability.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/79197
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2015-8566
- https://github.com/FriendsOfPHP/security-advisories/blob/master/joomla/session/CVE-2015-8566.yaml
- https://web.archive.org/web/20160603093633/http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/79197
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-wwfh-28hx-w2r2 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8566?
CVE-2015-8566 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8566?
To mitigate CVE-2015-8566, upgrade the Session package to version 1.3.1 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2015-8566?
CVE-2015-8566 affects the Joomla! Session package version 1.3.0 and earlier.
Can CVE-2015-8566 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-8566 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary code.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-8566?
CVE-2015-8566 is a remote code execution vulnerability.
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