CVE-2018-17855
UnknownEPSS 1.90%
Last modified
CVE-2018-17855 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.8.13. If an attacker gets access to the mail account of an user who can approve admin verifications in the registration process, he can activate himself.. EPSS estimates a 1.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.8.13. If an attacker gets access to the mail account of an user who can approve admin verifications in the registration process, he can activate himself.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Joomla | Joomla\! | >= 1.5.0, < 3.8.13 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105559Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041914Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/105559Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041914Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-17855?
An issue was discovered in Joomla! before 3.8.13. If an attacker gets access to the mail account of an user who can approve admin verifications in the registration process, he can activate himself.
How severe is CVE-2018-17855?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-17855 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-17855?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2018-17855?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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