CVE-2020-35613 [20201104] - Core - SQL injection in com_users list view
SQL injection in Joomla backend user list allows attackers to read or modify database contents via improper filter configuration.
- 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-2020-35613?
CVE-2020-35613 is a critical SQL injection vulnerability in Joomla Joomla\!, published on 28 Dec 2020. 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! 3.0.0 through 3.9.22. Improper filter blacklist configuration leads to a SQL injection vulnerability in the backend user list.
Weakness: CWE-89
Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-35613?
1 open source package ship an affected version, including joomla. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
joomla Bitnami | From 3.0.0 to 3.9.22 | None |
Products include Joomla Joomla\!.
How do I fix CVE-2020-35613?
No fix has been published for CVE-2020-35613 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-2020-35613 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-35613 in the wild and no public exploit code.
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- CVE-2025-25226 [20250401] - Joomla Framework - SQL injection vulnerability in quoteNameStr method of Database package
- CVE-2022-23795 [20220303] - Core - User row are not bound to a authentication mechanism
Sources
Also known as BIT-joomla-2020-35613, GHSA-c94j-m65h-vm53.