CVE-2026-65885 Joomla Extension - balbooa.com - Authenticated arbitrary file upload in Gridbox < 2.20.2

Critical 9.4 Published Updated

Authenticated attackers can upload arbitrary files in the Gridbox Joomla extension, potentially leading to remote code execution when combined with another vulnerability.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
An administrator
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
Not needed
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2026-65885?

CVE-2026-65885 is a critical vulnerability in balbooa.com Gridbox extension for Joomla, published on 29 Jul 2026. An attacker needs administrator access to exploit it, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Joomla Extension - balbooa.com - Authenticated arbitrary file upload in Gridbox < 2.20.2 - File upload methods allows authenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files. Turns into an authenticated RCE if combined with CVE-2026-65884 as the required account can be created by the attacker.

Weakness: CWE-434

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-65885?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Balbooa Gridbox.

How do I fix CVE-2026-65885?

No fix has been published for CVE-2026-65885 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2026-65885 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-65885 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-ch97-6m5m-2jh8.

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