CVE-2026-78079: Joomla Extension - joomshaper.com - Privileged File Upload Bypass via Content Spoofing in Helix Ultimate < 2.2.10

Published Aug 31, 2026
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Updated

Joomla Extension - joomshaper.com - Open Redirect via Base64 Return Parameter in Helix Ultimate < 2.2.10 - Return redirect parameters accepted arbitrary Base64 strings without verifying whether the resolved target was an internal site URL via Uri::isInternal.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Helix Ultimate<2.2.10

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Joomla Extension - joomshaper.com - Helix Ultimate to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.2.10

Event History

Aug 31, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:52 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:52 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What versions are affected?

Helix Ultimate versions earlier than 2.2.10 are affected.

2

What does an attacker need to exploit this issue?

An attacker needs to supply a return redirect parameter containing an arbitrary Base64-encoded value. The parameter is accepted without verifying that its resolved destination is an internal site URL.

3

How can exposure be reduced before updating?

The provided information identifies the return redirect parameter as the affected input, but does not provide a documented workaround or configuration mitigation. Prioritize updating Helix Ultimate to 2.2.10 or later.

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