SQL Injection in Myportfolio Component by Joomla
CVE-2017-20280

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Myportfolio

Status
Myportfolio
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 June 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2017-20280?

The Myportfolio component for Joomla version 3.0.2 contains a significant SQL injection vulnerability, allowing attackers to exploit the pid parameter. By sending specially crafted GET requests to index.php with malicious pid values at the task=project&view=grid endpoint, unauthorized individuals can manipulate database queries. This manipulation can lead to the extraction of sensitive information stored in the database, highlighting the need for immediate patching and enhanced security measures.

Affected Version(s)

Myportfolio 3.0.2

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-2017-20280 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41930
exploit
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/joomla-component-myp...
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

Persian Hack Team
.