Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
CVE-2017-20275 affects the Joomla PHP-Bridge component version 1.2.3. An unauthenticated attacker may be able to query the site database through an unsafe id parameter, risking exposure of database structure and sensitive data. This is not described as a Joomla core flaw.
Executive priority
Prioritize within the current remediation cycle for any public Joomla site using this component. If exposed externally, treat as high urgency because database disclosure could affect customer, operational, or credential data.
Technical view
The source bundle describes a CWE-89 SQL injection in Henryschorradt Bridge/PHP-Bridge 1.2.3 for Joomla. CVSS 4.0 is 8.8, with network access, low complexity, no privileges, and no user interaction. The cited impact emphasizes high confidentiality risk and limited integrity impact.
Likely exposure
Exposure is most likely on internet-facing Joomla sites with PHP-Bridge or Bridge component version 1.2.3 installed and publicly reachable. The bundle does not provide CPEs, install prevalence, or a confirmed fixed version.
Exploitation context
The bundle cites an ExploitDB entry, so public exploit information exists. It does not cite CISA KEV listing or confirmed active exploitation. Treat internet-exposed installations as urgent because exploitation requires no authentication and low complexity.
Researcher notes
Evidence is limited to the CVE source bundle, VulnCheck advisory, and ExploitDB reference. No patch status, CPE mapping, KEV listing, or active exploitation evidence is provided. Avoid assuming broader Joomla impact beyond the named component and version.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory Joomla sites for PHP-Bridge or Bridge component version 1.2.3.
- Remove or disable the component if it is not required.
- Check vendor, CVE, and VulnCheck guidance for an official fixed version.
- Restrict public access to affected component routes where removal is not immediately possible.
- Monitor web and WAF logs for SQL injection attempts against PHP-Bridge.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether PHP-Bridge or Bridge 1.2.3 is installed on Joomla assets.
- Identify whether affected component functionality is reachable without authentication.
- Review web logs for suspicious id parameter activity targeting PHP-Bridge.
- Check database logs for unusual schema enumeration or unexpected read queries.
- Verify compensating controls block unauthenticated SQL injection patterns.
Public sources used
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CWE-89: Database access and collection lookup
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- High
- CVSS
- 8.8 (4.0)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
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CVSS vector scores
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CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N——VulnCheckCVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N3.94.2VulnCheckVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 4.0 score
8.8HighVector: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
Base CVSS 3.1 score
8.2HighVector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:L/A:N
Vulnerability timeline
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ADP provider summaries
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- ExploitDB-42414CVE reference, VulnCheck · exploit
- VulnCheck Advisory: Joomla! Component PHP-Bridge 1.2.3 SQL Injection via id ParameterCVE reference, VulnCheck · third-party-advisory
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CWE details
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Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection') represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.