CVE-2026-65881
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Insecure Default Configuration in Joomdle Extension Allows User Account Access

Publication date: 2026-07-28

Last updated on: 2026-07-28

Assigner: Joomla! Project

Description
Joomla Extension - joomdle.com - Insecure default configuration allows read/write user account access in Joomdle < 3.1.1 - The default configuration of the extension allowed read access and password reset of CMS accounts.

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Published
2026-07-28
Last Modified
2026-07-28
Generated
2026-07-28
AI Q&A
2026-07-28
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-65881
EUVD
EUVD-2026-49791

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
joomdle joomdle to 3.1.1 (exc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-200 The product exposes sensitive information to an actor that is not explicitly authorized to have access to that information.
CWE-1188 The product initializes or sets a resource with a default that is intended to be changed by the product's installer, administrator, or maintainer, but the default is not secure.

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Executive Summary

The vulnerability in Joomdle versions before 3.1.1 is due to an insecure default configuration that allows unauthorized read and write access to user accounts. This means attackers could potentially view or modify user account details, including resetting passwords without proper authorization.

Detection Guidance

Check Joomdle version in Joomla! backend. If version is below 3.1.1, the system is vulnerable. Inspect Joomdle configuration for default settings allowing read/write access to user accounts.

Impact Analysis

If you use Joomdle versions before 3.1.1, attackers could gain access to user accounts, leading to data breaches, unauthorized changes to user profiles, or misuse of course access. This could affect both administrators and students relying on the system for learning management.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR and HIPAA due to unauthorized access to personal and sensitive user data. GDPR requires protecting personal data, while HIPAA mandates safeguarding health-related information. A breach could result in legal penalties and loss of trust.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Joomdle to version 3.1.1 or later immediately. Review and modify Joomdle configuration to restrict read/write access to user accounts. Disable default configurations that permit password resets or account access.

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