CVE-2018-7180 : What You Need to Know

Saxum Astro 4.0.14 component for Joomla! is vulnerable to SQL Injection via the publicid parameter.

Understanding CVE-2018-7180

The vulnerability was made public on February 16, 2018, and has the CVE ID CVE-2018-7180.

What is CVE-2018-7180?

This CVE refers to a SQL Injection vulnerability found in the Saxum Astro 4.0.14 component for Joomla! through the publicid parameter.

The Impact of CVE-2018-7180

The vulnerability allows attackers to execute malicious SQL queries, potentially leading to unauthorized access to the Joomla! system and sensitive data.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-7180

The following are technical details of the CVE-2018-7180 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The publicid parameter in the Saxum Astro 4.0.14 component for Joomla! is susceptible to SQL Injection attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

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Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious SQL queries through the publicid parameter, gaining unauthorized access to the system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Steps to mitigate and prevent exploitation of CVE-2018-7180.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or restrict access to the vulnerable component.
Implement input validation to sanitize user inputs.
Regularly monitor and analyze system logs for any suspicious activities.

Long-Term Security Practices

Keep Joomla! and its components up to date with the latest security patches.
Conduct regular security audits and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.
Educate users and administrators about secure coding practices and the risks of SQL Injection.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by Joomla! or the component vendor to address the SQL Injection vulnerability.