CVE-2018-7178 : Security Advisory and Response

Saxum Picker 3.2.10 component for Joomla! is vulnerable to SQL injection through the publicid parameter.

Understanding CVE-2018-7178

This CVE involves a SQL injection vulnerability in the Saxum Picker 3.2.10 component for Joomla!.

What is CVE-2018-7178?

This CVE refers to a security flaw in the Saxum Picker 3.2.10 component for Joomla! that allows attackers to execute SQL injection attacks via the publicid parameter.

The Impact of CVE-2018-7178

The vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to the Joomla! system, manipulation of data, and potentially complete control over the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2018-7178

The technical aspects of the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The publicid parameter in Saxum Picker 3.2.10 component for Joomla! is susceptible to SQL injection.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Version: 3.2.10

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit the publicid parameter to inject malicious SQL queries, compromising the Joomla! system.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2018-7178.

Immediate Steps to Take

Disable or restrict access to the vulnerable component.
Implement input validation to sanitize user-supplied data.
Regularly monitor and audit 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 assessments and penetration testing to identify and address vulnerabilities.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches or updates provided by Joomla! or the component vendor to fix the SQL injection vulnerability.