CVE-2016-9836: Critical severity joomla vulnerability
The file scanning mechanism of JFilterInput::isFileSafe() in Joomla! CMS before 3.6.5 does not consider alternative PHP file extensions when checking uploaded files for PHP content, which enables a user to upload and execute files with the .php6, .php7, .phtml, and .phpt extensions. Additionally, JHelperMedia::canUpload() did not blacklist these file extensions as uploadable file types.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9836?
CVE-2016-9836 has high severity due to its potential for allowing unauthorized file uploads and execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9836?
To fix CVE-2016-9836, upgrade Joomla! CMS to version 3.6.5 or later.
What are the vulnerable file extensions in CVE-2016-9836?
CVE-2016-9836 affects file uploads with extensions like .php6, .php7, .phtml, and .phpt.
Which versions of Joomla! are affected by CVE-2016-9836?
CVE-2016-9836 affects Joomla! versions up to and including 3.6.4.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-9836?
CVE-2016-9836 is a file upload vulnerability that allows execution of potentially malicious scripts.