CVE-2018-17855
First published: Tue Oct 09 2018(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.8.13. If an attacker gets access to the mail account of an user who can approve admin verifications in the registration process, he can activate himself.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | >=1.5.0<3.8.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-17855?
CVE-2018-17855 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized activation of administrative accounts.
How do I fix CVE-2018-17855?
To fix CVE-2018-17855, users should upgrade to Joomla! version 3.8.13 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2018-17855?
CVE-2018-17855 affects all Joomla! installations prior to version 3.8.13 that allow user account management.
What can attackers do with CVE-2018-17855?
Attackers with access to a user's email can exploit CVE-2018-17855 to gain admin privileges and activate themselves.
What version of Joomla! does CVE-2018-17855 affect?
CVE-2018-17855 affects all Joomla! versions from 1.5.0 through 3.8.12.
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