Description Preview
The vulnerability exists in Akeeba Restore (restore.php) as used in various versions of Joomla!, Akeeba Backup, Backup Professional for WordPress, Solo, Admin Tools Core and Professional, and CMS Update. When performing a backup or update for an archive, the application fails to delete parameters from $_GET and $_POST when cleansing $_REQUEST. This oversight allows remote attackers to bypass encryption and execute arbitrary code via a command message that extracts a specially crafted archive.
Overview
This vulnerability affects multiple products including Joomla!, Akeeba Backup, Backup Professional for WordPress, Solo, Admin Tools Core and Professional, and CMS Update. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a flaw in the way parameters are handled during backup or update operations.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to update to the latest versions of the affected products. Patched versions that address this issue have been released by the respective vendors. It is crucial to apply these updates promptly to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
References
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
