CVE-2019-25753: Joomla! Component VMap 1.9.6 SQL Injection via loadmarker
Joomla! Component VMap 1.9.6 contains an SQL injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries by injecting malicious code into the latlngbound parameter. Attackers can send GET requests to index.php with the option=com_vmap&task=loadmarker parameters containing SQL injection payloads to manipulate database queries and extract sensitive information.
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CVE-2019-25753 affects the Joomla VMap component version 1.9.6. An unauthenticated internet user could abuse a map marker request to run unintended database queries. This can expose sensitive site data and potentially alter limited database content. Public exploit information exists, but the provided sources do not show confirmed active exploitation. Internet-facing Joomla sites running Wdmtech VMap 1.9.6 are the primary exposure. Sites without this component, or not using the affected version, are not indicated as affected by the provided sources. Treat this as high priority for any public Joomla site using VMap 1.9.6. The issue is remotely reachable without login and targets the website database. If the component is present, quickly disable, remove, or follow vendor guidance while investigating logs. Mitigation focus: Inventory Joomla sites for Wdmtech VMap installation and version.; Disable or remove VMap 1.9.6 if not business-critical.; Check Wdmtech, Joomla Extensions Directory, and VulnCheck for vendor guidance or updates..
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