SQL Injection Vulnerability in Joomla NextGen Editor by Joomla
CVE-2017-20252

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Nextgeneditor

Status
Nextgen Editor
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 June 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2017-20252?

The Joomla NextGen Editor version 2.1.0 is susceptible to an SQL injection flaw. This vulnerability arises when attackers exploit the plname parameter within GET requests directed at index.php, specifically with the option=com_nge&view=config. Unauthenticated individuals can inject malicious SQL commands, potentially leading to the compromise of sensitive database information.

Affected Version(s)

NextGen Editor 2.1.0

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-2017-20252 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43365
exploit
https://extensions.joomla.org/extension/nextgen-editor/
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/joomla-nextgen-edito...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Ihsan Sencan
.