CVE-2020-10243 : Security Advisory and Response

An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.9.16. The lack of type casting of a variable in a SQL statement leads to a SQL injection vulnerability in the Featured Articles frontend menutype.

Understanding CVE-2020-10243

This CVE identifies a SQL injection vulnerability in Joomla! versions prior to 3.9.16.

What is CVE-2020-10243?

The vulnerability arises from the absence of proper type casting of a variable in a SQL statement, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL code.

The Impact of CVE-2020-10243

The SQL injection vulnerability in the Featured Articles frontend menutype could be exploited by attackers to manipulate the Joomla! database, potentially leading to data theft, unauthorized access, or other malicious activities.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-10243

This section provides more in-depth technical information about the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability stems from the lack of type casting of a variable in a SQL statement within Joomla!, enabling SQL injection attacks.

Affected Systems and Versions

Affected: Joomla! versions before 3.9.16
Not affected: Joomla! 3.9.16 and later

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by injecting malicious SQL code through the Featured Articles frontend menutype in Joomla!.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-10243 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update Joomla! to version 3.9.16 or later to patch the vulnerability.
Monitor database activities for any suspicious behavior.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement input validation and parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection attacks.
Regularly update and patch Joomla! and all its extensions.

Patching and Updates

Apply security patches promptly to Joomla! and regularly check for updates to ensure system security.