CVE-2010-4938 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands via the Itemid parameter in the Joomla Weblinks 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-2010-4938?
CVE-2010-4938 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 9 Oct 2011. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in the Weblinks (com_weblinks) component in Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the Itemid parameter in a categories action to index.php. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2010-4938?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Joomla Com Weblinks.
How do I fix CVE-2010-4938?
No fix has been published for CVE-2010-4938 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-2010-4938 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2010-4938 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-32rr-27xh-52xj.