CVE-2020-19455 SQL injection in n/a

High 7.5 Published 25 Sep 2020 Updated 4 Aug 2024

SQL injection in jDownloads allows attackers to manipulate database queries via the filter_order parameter, risking data exposure or modification.

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-2020-19455?

CVE-2020-19455 is a high-severity SQL injection vulnerability in n/a, published on 25 Sep 2020. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

SQL injection exists in the jdownloads 3.2.63 component for Joomla! via components/com_jdownloads/helpers/categories.php, order function via the filter_order parameter.

Weakness: CWE-89

Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-19455?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Jdownloads Jdownloads.

How do I fix CVE-2020-19455?

No fix has been published for CVE-2020-19455 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-2020-19455 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-19455 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-h8qw-537m-557p.