CVE-2008-5643: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-5643: SQL injection vulnerability in the Books (com_books) component for Joomla!

SQL injection vulnerability in the Books (com_books) component for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the book_id parameter in a book_details action to index.php.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 11:04 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old Joomla component flaw where a public website using the Books component could let a remote attacker tamper with database queries. Business risk depends on whether this legacy component is still installed or reachable. Exposure is likely limited to Joomla sites that still run the legacy Books com_books component. The source bundle does not identify affected versions, maintained package names, or default installation status. Treat this as urgent only if legacy Joomla sites still expose com_books. The issue is old, but internet-facing SQL injection against unsupported components can create database theft or site compromise risk. Mitigation focus: Inventory Joomla sites for the Books com_books component.; Check Joomla and component vendor guidance for patches or retirement advice.; Disable or remove unused com_books deployments pending vendor guidance..

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

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 17, 2008, 18:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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7092CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
books-bookid-sql-injection(46561)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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