CVE-2014-7981 SQL injection in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary SQL commands in Joomla CMS, potentially compromising database integrity and confidentiality.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not stated
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2014-7981?
CVE-2014-7981 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in Joomla Joomla\!, published on 8 Oct 2014. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
SQL injection vulnerability in Joomla! CMS 3.1.x and 3.2.x before 3.2.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via unspecified vectors.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-7981?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Joomla Joomla\!.
How do I fix CVE-2014-7981?
No fix has been published for CVE-2014-7981 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-2014-7981 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2014-7981 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Metasploit module.
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Sources
Also known as GHSA-44mc-55q4-jh5m.