CVE-2025-27445: Extension - rsjoomla.com - A path traversal vulnerability RSFirewall component 2.9.7 - 3.1.5 for Joomla

Published Jun 5, 2025
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Updated

A path traversal vulnerability in RSFirewall component 2.9.7 - 3.1.5 for Joomla was discovered. This vulnerability allows authenticated users to read arbitrary files outside the Joomla root directory. The flaw is caused by insufficient sanitization of user-supplied input in file path parameters, allowing attackers to exploit directory traversal sequences (e.g., ../) to access sensitive files

Affected Software

1 affected component
rsjoomla.com RSFirewall>=2.9.7<=3.1.5

Event History

Jun 5, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:20 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:20 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-27445?

CVE-2025-27445 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to sensitive files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-27445?

To fix CVE-2025-27445, you should update the RSFirewall component to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-27445?

CVE-2025-27445 affects users of RSFirewall versions 2.9.7 to 3.1.5 for Joomla.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-27445?

CVE-2025-27445 is a path traversal vulnerability that allows authenticated users to access files outside the Joomla root directory.

5

Can CVE-2025-27445 be exploited by non-authenticated users?

No, CVE-2025-27445 can only be exploited by authenticated users who can leverage insufficient input sanitization.

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