SQL Injection Vulnerability in Joomla Component eXtroForms by Extro Media
CVE-2018-25380

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Extro

Status
Extroforms
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 May 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2018-25380?

The eXtroForms component for Joomla, version 2.1.5, is susceptible to an SQL injection vulnerability. This issue allows authenticated attackers to submit crafted POST requests that exploit the filter_type_id, filter_pid_id, and filter_search parameters. By injecting malicious SQL commands, attackers can gain unauthorized access to sensitive database information and extract critical server data. It is crucial for users of this component to implement safeguards and update to secure versions to prevent potential exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

eXtroForms 2.1.5

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-2018-25380 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45472
exploit
https://extro.media/
product
https://extensions.joomla.org/extensions/extension/contac...
product

CVSS V4

Score:
7.1
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

Özkan Mustafa Akkuş (AkkuS)
.