Blind SQL Injection Vulnerability in Joomla JoomRecipe Component
CVE-2017-20277

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Joomboost

Status
Joomla Joomrecipe
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 June 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2017-20277?

The Joomla JoomRecipe 1.0.4 component is susceptible to a blind SQL injection vulnerability via the search_author parameter on the search results page. This flaw allows attackers to send specially crafted POST requests that can manipulate SQL queries, enabling them to retrieve sensitive database information using boolean-based techniques. As a result, unauthorized users may uncover confidential data, posing significant risks to the integrity and security of the affected systems.

Affected Version(s)

Joomla JoomRecipe 1.0.4

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-2017-20277 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42347
exploit
http://joomboost.com/
product
https://extensions.joomla.org/extensions/extension/vertic...
product

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

Teng
.