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CVE-2010-2259: Directory traversal vulnerability in the BF Survey (com_bfsurvey) component for Joomla!

Directory traversal vulnerability in the BF Survey (com_bfsurvey) component for Joomla! allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the controller parameter to index.php.

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This is an old Joomla component flaw in BF Survey. A remote attacker could abuse path traversal in a request parameter to make the site include and execute local files. Risk is mainly for legacy Joomla sites that still expose this component. Exposure is likely limited to public Joomla installations running the BF Survey com_bfsurvey component. The source bundle does not provide affected version ranges, so inventory must verify presence rather than rely on version matching. Prioritize if any public-facing Joomla site still uses BF Survey. The issue is old, but public exploit material and remote file inclusion impact make unmanaged legacy exposure a material risk. Mitigation focus: Inventory Joomla sites for the BF Survey com_bfsurvey component.; Disable or remove BF Survey where it is not required.; Check the vendor or maintainer guidance for fixed versions or replacement advice..

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