How severe is CVE-2008-0512?

CVE-2008-0512 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-0512 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (60th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-0512?

CVE-2008-0512 affects Joomla Com Fq. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0512?

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-2008-0512 published?

CVE-2008-0512 was published on 2008-01-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-0512

CVE-2008-0512 is a high-severity vulnerability in Joomla Com Fq 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% (60th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-89
Affected product: Joomla Com Fq
Published: 2008-01-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in the fq (com_fq) component for Mambo and Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the listid parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-0512?: SQL injection vulnerability in index.php in the fq (com_fq) component for Mambo and Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the listid parameter.
How severe is CVE-2008-0512?: CVE-2008-0512 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-0512 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (60th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-0512?: CVE-2008-0512 affects Joomla Com Fq. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0512?: 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-2008-0512 published?: CVE-2008-0512 was published on 2008-01-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:joomla:com_fq:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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