CVE-2026-57828 Joomla Extension - phoca.cz - Authenticated file upload in Phoca Downloads component < 6.1.3

Critical 9.0 Published Updated

Authenticated users can upload executable files in Phoca Downloads, leading to remote code execution.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Any signed-in user
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2026-57828?

CVE-2026-57828 is a critical vulnerability in phoca.cz Phoca Download extension for Joomla, published on 11 Jul 2026. Any signed-in user can exploit it over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Joomla Extension - phoca.cz - Authenticated file upload in Phoca Downloads component < 6.1.3 - The Joomla extension Phoca Downloads is vulnerable to an authenticated arbitrary file upload that allows registered users uploading executable files and leads to full RCE.

Weakness: CWE-434

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-57828?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Phoca Download.

How do I fix CVE-2026-57828?

No fix has been published for CVE-2026-57828 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2026-57828 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-57828 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-wjv4-xh6c-w4j7.

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