CVE-2026-35221
SQL Injection in Joomla com_finder Search Query
Publication date: 2026-05-26
Last updated on: 2026-05-26
Assigner: Joomla! Project
Description
Description
CVSS Scores
EPSS Scores
| Probability: | |
| Percentile: |
Meta Information
Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| joomla | joomla | From 5.4.0 (inc) to 5.4.5 (inc) |
| joomla | joomla | From 6.0.0 (inc) to 6.1.0 (inc) |
Helpful Resources
Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-89 | The product constructs all or part of an SQL command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended SQL command when it is sent to a downstream component. Without sufficient removal or quoting of SQL syntax in user-controllable inputs, the generated SQL query can cause those inputs to be interpreted as SQL instead of ordinary user data. |
Attack-Flow Graph
AI Powered Q&A
How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
CVE-2026-35221 is an authenticated blind SQL injection vulnerability in Joomla's com_finder component that allows attackers with valid credentials to execute arbitrary SQL commands, potentially leading to unauthorized data access or manipulation.
Such unauthorized access or manipulation of data can lead to violations of data protection regulations and standards like GDPR and HIPAA, which require strict controls over personal and sensitive data to prevent breaches.
Therefore, if exploited, this vulnerability could compromise compliance with these regulations by exposing or altering protected data without proper authorization.
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-35221 is an authenticated blind SQL injection vulnerability in the Joomla! CMS, specifically in the com_finder component's search query filter clauses.
This flaw allows attackers who have valid credentials to execute arbitrary SQL commands on the database by exploiting improperly built filter clauses in search queries.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
An attacker exploiting this vulnerability can execute arbitrary SQL commands on the Joomla! database.
This can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data or manipulation of the database, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of the system.
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
This vulnerability is an authenticated blind SQL injection in the com_finder component of Joomla! CMS, which requires valid credentials to exploit. Detection typically involves testing the search query filter clauses for SQL injection vulnerabilities.
Since it is an authenticated vulnerability, detection commands would involve authenticated requests to the Joomla! search functionality, attempting to inject SQL payloads in the filter clauses and observing responses for anomalies.
Specific commands or scripts are not provided in the available resources.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
The immediate mitigation step is to upgrade Joomla! CMS to the patched versions that fix this vulnerability.
- Upgrade affected Joomla! versions 5.4.0 to 5.4.5 to version 5.4.6 or later.
- Upgrade affected Joomla! versions 6.0.0 to 6.1.0 to version 6.1.1 or later.
Applying these updates will fix the authenticated blind SQL injection vulnerability in the com_finder component.