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CVE-2009-4583: SQL injection vulnerability in the DhForum (com_dhforum) component for Joomla!

SQL injection vulnerability in the DhForum (com_dhforum) component for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter in a grouplist action to index.php.

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CVE-2009-4583 is a SQL injection issue in the DhForum Joomla component. A remote attacker may be able to make the site run unintended database queries through a public forum request. Business urgency depends on whether any public Joomla site still uses this old component. Exposure is likely limited to Joomla sites with the DhForum com_dhforum component installed and reachable. The bundle does not identify affected versions, maintained vendor packages, or CPEs, so asset inventory is required before assigning scope. Prioritize discovery first. If DhForum is present on an internet-facing Joomla site, treat remediation as urgent because the described impact is arbitrary SQL execution, even though the source bundle lacks a formal severity score. Mitigation focus: Inventory Joomla sites for the DhForum com_dhforum component.; Check official vendor or project guidance for a supported fixed version.; Remove or disable DhForum if unsupported or no fix is available..

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