CVE-2012-1078: The System Utilities (sysutils) extension 1.0.3 and earlier for TYPO3 allows remote attackers to obtain sen...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This issue affects the TYPO3 System Utilities extension when version 1.0.3 or earlier is installed. A remote attacker may be able to access sensitive information because the backup output directory was not properly protected. The source bundle does not describe the exposed data, attack path, or business impact in detail. Exposure is most likely on legacy TYPO3 deployments that still run the sysutils extension version 1.0.3 or earlier, especially where backup output is web-accessible. Prioritize this for legacy TYPO3 estates and internet-facing systems. The issue is old, but backup exposure can reveal credentials, content, or configuration data. Modern, fully patched TYPO3 environments without this extension are unlikely to be affected. Mitigation focus: Inventory TYPO3 sites for the sysutils extension and installed version.; Update sysutils beyond the affected 1.0.3-and-earlier range, using vendor guidance.; Restrict direct web access to backup output directories..

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Jun 27, 2026, 17:28 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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