SQL Injection Vulnerability in Joomla! MailTo Component
CVE-2009-1499

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Key Information:

Vendor

Joomla
Status
Joomla\!
Com Mailto
Vendor
CVE Published:
1 May 2009

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2009-1499?

The SQL injection vulnerability in the MailTo component of Joomla! enables remote attackers to manipulate SQL queries by injecting malicious code through the article parameter in index.php. This exploitation can lead to unauthorized access to database information, allowing potential disruption to services or data leakage. Notably, the security implications of this vulnerability have been a topic of debate among security experts and the vendor.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2009-1499 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8366
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34433
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Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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