#VU20195 Improper access control in Joomla! - CVE-2019-15028

 

#VU20195 Improper access control in Joomla! - CVE-2019-15028

Published: August 13, 2019 / Updated: September 25, 2019


Vulnerability identifier: #VU20195
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv4.0: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Green
CVE-ID: CVE-2019-15028
CWE-ID: CWE-284
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Exploit availability: No public exploit available
Vulnerable software:
Joomla!
Software vendor:
Joomla!

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions in the com_contact contact form core component. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and submit mails via disabled forms.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.

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