CVE-2007-5457

Public Exploit

Description

Multiple PHP remote file inclusion vulnerabilities in Michael Dempfle Joomla Flash Uploader (com_jfu or com_joomla_flash_uploader) 2.5.1 component for Joomla! allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the mosConfig_absolute_path parameter to (1) install.joomla_flash_uploader.php and (2) uninstall.joomla_flash_uploader.php.

Category

6.8
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.29%
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/486475/100/0/threaded mailing list
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/39737 vdb entry
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/4521 exploit
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26044 vdb entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/37181 vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2007-5457?
CVE-2007-5457 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2007-5457?
To fix CVE-2007-5457, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2007-5457 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2007-5457 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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