CVE-2020-35611: [20201102] - Core - Disclosure of secrets in Global Configuration page

Published Dec 28, 2020
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Updated

An issue was discovered in Joomla! 2.5.0 through 3.9.22. The globlal configuration page does not remove secrets from the HTML output, disclosing the current values.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Joomla Joomla\!>=2.5.0<=3.9.22

Event History

Dec 28, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:39 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:39 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-35611?

CVE-2020-35611 is a vulnerability discovered in Joomla! versions 2.5.0 through 3.9.22 that exposes secrets in the global configuration page.

2

How does CVE-2020-35611 affect Joomla!?

CVE-2020-35611 affects Joomla! versions 2.5.0 through 3.9.22, allowing secrets to be disclosed in the HTML output of the global configuration page.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-35611?

CVE-2020-35611 has a severity score of 7.5, indicating a high level of vulnerability.

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-35611?

To fix CVE-2020-35611, users should update Joomla! to a version beyond 3.9.22, where the vulnerability has been patched.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-35611?

More information about CVE-2020-35611 can be found in the Joomla! security advisory: https://developer.joomla.org/security-centre/829-20201102-core-disclosure-of-secrets-in-global-configuration-page.html

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