How severe is CVE-2007-6272?

CVE-2007-6272 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-6272 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (58th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-6272?

CVE-2007-6272 affects Joomla. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-6272?

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-2007-6272 published?

CVE-2007-6272 was published on 2007-12-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-6272

CVE-2007-6272 is a high-severity vulnerability in Joomla 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: 1% (58th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-89
Affected product: Joomla
Published: 2007-12-07
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in index.php in Joomla! 1.5 RC3 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the view parameter to the com_content component, (2) the task parameter to the com_search component, or (3) the option parameter in a search action to the com_search component.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-6272?: Multiple SQL injection vulnerabilities in index.php in Joomla! 1.5 RC3 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via (1) the view parameter to the com_content component, (2) the task parameter to the com_search component, or (3) the option parameter in a search action to the com_search component.
How severe is CVE-2007-6272?: CVE-2007-6272 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-6272 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (58th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-6272?: CVE-2007-6272 affects Joomla. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-6272?: 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-2007-6272 published?: CVE-2007-6272 was published on 2007-12-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:joomla:joomla:1.5rc3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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