CVE-2021-26038

An issue was discovered in Joomla! 2.5.0 through 3.9.27. Install action in com_installer lack the required hardcoded ACL checks for superusers. A default system is not affected cause the default ACL for com_installer is limited to super users already.

Summary:

An issue was discovered in Joomla! 2.5.0 through 3.9.27. Install action in com_installer lack the required hardcoded ACL checks for superusers. A default system is not affected cause the default ACL for com_installer is limited to super users already.

Reference Links(if available):

  • https://developer.joomla.org/security-centre/859-20210704-core-privilege-escalation-through-com-installer.html
  • CVSS Score (if available)

    v2: / MEDIUM

    v3: /

    Links to Exploits(if available)