CVE-2018-15881 Missing authorization in n/a
Attackers can bypass access controls by exploiting inadequate checks on disabled fields, potentially modifying data or escalating privileges in Joomla.
- 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-2018-15881?
CVE-2018-15881 is a high-severity missing authorization vulnerability in Joomla Joomla\!, published on 29 Aug 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.8.12. Inadequate checks regarding disabled fields can lead to an ACL violation.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-15881?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Joomla Joomla\!.
How do I fix CVE-2018-15881?
No fix has been published for CVE-2018-15881 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and check permissions on every request on the server, not only in the interface. More about Missing authorization.
Is CVE-2018-15881 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-15881 in the wild and no public exploit code.
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Sources
Also known as GHSA-c4c3-p87h-m4p4.