CVE-2015-8566 describes a critical arbitrary code execution vulnerability in the Session package versions prior to 1.3.1 within the Joomla! Framework. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by manipulating unspecified session values. With a CVSS score of 7.5 (High), this vulnerability is easily exploitable over the network with low attack complexity, potentially leading to full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed in CISA's KEV catalog, an exploit (EDB-39033) for Joomla! versions 1.5 through 3.4.6 leveraging object injection via the 'x-forwarded-for' header is publicly available, indicating a known attack vector. Despite the public exploit, there is minimal community discussion or media coverage surrounding this CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
1.3.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:joomla:session:1.3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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