CVE-2020-35612: [20201103] - Core - Path traversal in mod_random_image
Published Dec 28, 2020
·Updated
An issue was discovered in Joomla! 2.5.0 through 3.9.22. The folder parameter of modrandomimage lacked input validation, leading to a path traversal vulnerability.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is CVE-2020-35612?
CVE-2020-35612 is a vulnerability in Joomla versions 2.5.0 through 3.9.22 that allows path traversal due to lacking input validation in the folder parameter of mod_random_image.
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How severe is CVE-2020-35612?
CVE-2020-35612 has a severity rating of 7.5 (High).
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How does CVE-2020-35612 affect Joomla?
CVE-2020-35612 affects Joomla versions 2.5.0 through 3.9.22.
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What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) for CVE-2020-35612?
CVE-2020-35612 has two CWEs associated with it: CWE-20 (Improper Input Validation) and CWE-22 (Path Traversal).
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How do I fix the CVE-2020-35612 vulnerability?
To fix the CVE-2020-35612 vulnerability, it is recommended to update Joomla to version 3.9.23 or later, which includes a fix for this vulnerability.