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7.5

Glossary component for Mambo/Joomla can run attacker SQL

CVE-2008-0514 · published 18 years ago
Summary

The Glossary add‑on used in Mambo and Joomla sites can be tricked into executing database commands when a specially crafted request is sent to the catid field. This could let an outsider read, change, or delete information stored by the site. Apply any available updates for the Glossary component or remove it if it is not needed, and ensure the web server only accepts trusted input.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
joomla glossary 2.0
cpe:2.3:a:joomla:glossary:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
mambo glossary 2.0
cpe:2.3:a:mambo:glossary:2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in the Glossary (com_glossary) 2.0 component for Mambo and Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the catid parameter in a di...
SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in the Glossary (com_glossary) 2.0 component for Mambo and Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the catid parameter in a display action.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
7.5 High
Exploitation
<1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-89SQL Injection
Timeline
Published31 Jan 2008
Updated3 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2008-0514 · NVD
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