CVE-2008-5671: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-5671: PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in index.php in Joomla!

PHP remote file inclusion vulnerability in index.php in Joomla! 1.0.11 through 1.0.14, when RG_EMULATION is enabled in configuration.php, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary PHP code via a URL in the mosConfig_absolute_path parameter.

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

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a legacy Joomla 1.0 issue where a specific compatibility setting can let an unauthenticated remote attacker make the site load attacker-controlled PHP. In business terms, exposed affected sites could be taken over. The main risk is old, internet-facing Joomla 1.0.11 through 1.0.14 deployments with RG_EMULATION enabled. Exposure is likely limited to obsolete Joomla 1.0.11 through 1.0.14 sites, especially internet-facing systems retaining old configuration.php settings with RG_EMULATION enabled. Prioritize any live Joomla 1.0 assets for immediate remediation or retirement. This is old software, but the impact is site takeover where exposed. Mitigation focus: Inventory and decommission any remaining Joomla 1.0.x deployments.; Review Joomla 1.0.15 release guidance and upgrade affected 1.0.11 through 1.0.14 sites.; Disable RG_EMULATION in configuration.php after compatibility review..

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

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 18, 2008, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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