CVE-2008-5226: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-5226: SQL injection vulnerability in the MambAds (com_mambads) component 1.0 RC1 Beta and 1.0 RC1 for Mambo allow...

SQL injection vulnerability in the MambAds (com_mambads) component 1.0 RC1 Beta and 1.0 RC1 for Mambo allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the ma_cat parameter in a view action to index.php, a different vector than CVE-2007-5177.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 10:49 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2008-5226 is a SQL injection flaw in the MambAds component for Mambo. A remote attacker could send crafted input to a public page parameter and cause database commands to run. The business risk is highest for legacy, internet-facing Mambo sites that still use MambAds 1.0 RC1 Beta or 1.0 RC1. Exposure appears narrow and legacy-focused: Mambo installations with the MambAds component enabled, especially internet-facing sites. Organizations without Mambo, without com_mambads, or not on the listed RC1 Beta/RC1 versions are not indicated as affected by the provided sources. Prioritize confirmation if the organization operates old Mambo websites. If the affected component is present on an internet-facing site, treat remediation as urgent because database compromise may affect customer data, site integrity, or credential material. If Mambo is absent, this CVE has no indicated exposure. Mitigation focus: Inventory Mambo sites for the MambAds com_mambads component.; Identify whether version 1.0 RC1 Beta or 1.0 RC1 is installed.; Check vendor or maintainer guidance for any fixed release or advisory..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 25, 2008, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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5692CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
mambads-index-sql-injection(42747)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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