CVE-2009-1499 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the article parameter in the Joomla MailTo component, potentially compromising database integrity.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2009-1499?
CVE-2009-1499 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Joomla Joomla\!, published on 1 May 2009. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in the MailTo (aka com_mailto) component in Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the article parameter in index.php. NOTE: SecurityFocus states that this issue has been disputed by the vendor.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-1499?
It affects 2 products.
Products include Joomla Com Mailto, Joomla Joomla\!.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1499?
No fix has been published for CVE-2009-1499 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Use parameterised queries everywhere and never build SQL by joining strings. Upgrade affected software first; a web application firewall only buys time. More about SQL injection.
Is CVE-2009-1499 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2009-1499 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
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Sources
Also known as GHSA-gx3p-gmmg-fxpg.