How severe is CVE-2007-4456?

CVE-2007-4456 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-4456 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-4456?

CVE-2007-4456 primarily affects Mambo. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-4456?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2007-4456 published?

CVE-2007-4456 was published on 2007-08-21 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-4456

CVE-2007-4456 is a high-severity vulnerability in Mambo with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-89.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (82nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-89
Affected product: Mambo
Published: 2007-08-21
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in the SimpleFAQ (com_simplefaq) 2.11 component for Mambo allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the aid parameter. NOTE: it was later reported that 2.40 is also affected, and that the component can be used in Joomla! in addition to Mambo.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-4456?: SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in the SimpleFAQ (com_simplefaq) 2.11 component for Mambo allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the aid parameter. NOTE: it was later reported that 2.40 is also affected, and that the component can be used in Joomla! in addition to Mambo.
How severe is CVE-2007-4456?: CVE-2007-4456 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-4456 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-4456?: CVE-2007-4456 primarily affects Mambo. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4456?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-4456 published?: CVE-2007-4456 was published on 2007-08-21 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:mambo:mambo:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:parkview_consultants:simplefaq:2.11:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:parkview_consultants:simplefaq:2.40:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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