SQL Injection Vulnerability in Joomla! Component Extra Search by Joomla
CVE-2017-20281

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Joomlaboat

Status
Extra Search
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 June 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2017-20281?

The Joomla! Component Extra Search version 2.2.8 is susceptible to an SQL injection flaw, allowing attackers who are not authenticated to execute unauthorized SQL code. By sending specially crafted GET requests to index.php with the option=com_extrasearch parameter, they can manipulate the establename parameter to retrieve sensitive information from the database. This vulnerability poses significant risks to the integrity and confidentiality of the affected systems, making it crucial for users to adopt immediate security measures.

Affected Version(s)

Extra Search 2.2.8

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-2017-20281 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/41663
exploit
http://www.joomlaboat.com/
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/joomla-component-ext...
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
.