CVE-2008-2701: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-2701: SQL injection vulnerability in the GameQ (com_gameq) component 4.0 and earlier for Joomla!

SQL injection vulnerability in the GameQ (com_gameq) component 4.0 and earlier for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the category_id parameter in a page action to index.php.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 09:14 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2008-2701 is a SQL injection flaw in the GameQ (com_gameq) component for Joomla! 4.0 and earlier. A remote attacker could manipulate the category_id parameter to run database commands. The business risk is concentrated in legacy Joomla sites that still have this component installed. Exposure is likely limited to internet-facing Joomla installations running GameQ/com_gameq version 4.0 or earlier. Organizations without this component are not indicated as affected by the supplied sources. Treat this as a legacy web exposure cleanup item with high priority if any public Joomla site still runs GameQ 4.0 or earlier. Prioritize removal or confirmed remediation over extended compensating controls. Mitigation focus: Inventory Joomla sites for the GameQ/com_gameq component.; Remove or disable com_gameq if it is no longer required.; Check vendor or maintainer guidance for fixed versions or replacement options..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 18:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 13, 2008, 19:19 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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gameq-index-sql-injection(42929)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
5752CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB

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