Authenticated SQL Injection in Joomla J2 JOBS by Joomla
CVE-2020-37224

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Joomsky

Status
J2 Jobs
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 May 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2020-37224?

The Joomla J2 JOBS 1.3.0 has a vulnerability that permits authenticated attackers to perform SQL injection through the 'sortby' parameter. By sending crafted POST requests with manipulated 'sortby' values to the administrator index, these attackers can execute unauthorized SQL commands, potentially leading to the extraction of sensitive database information, compromising the integrity and confidentiality of stored data. This vulnerability highlights the importance of input validation and sanitization within web applications.

Affected Version(s)

J2 JOBS 1.3.0

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-2020-37224 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/48648
exploit
https://joomsky.com/
product
https://joomsky.com/products/js-jobs-pro.html
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

Mehmet Kelepçe / Gais Cyber Security
.