CVE-2026-66491
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Arbitrary File Read in Phoca Commander Joomla Extension

Publication date: 2026-08-07

Last updated on: 2026-08-07

Assigner: Joomla! Project

Description
Joomla Extension - phoca.cz - Arbitrary File Read in Phoca Commander 1.0.0-6.1.3 - Improper limitation of paths in the getSource function lead to an arbitrary file read vulnerability.

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Published
2026-08-07
Last Modified
2026-08-07
Generated
2026-08-07
AI Q&A
2026-08-07
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-66491
EUVD
EUVD-2026-54412

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Vendor Product Version / Range
phoca phoca_commander 1.0.0

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CWE ID Description
CWE-22 The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an arbitrary file read issue in the Phoca Commander Joomla extension versions 1.0.0 to 6.1.3. It occurs due to improper path limitation in the getSource function, allowing attackers to read sensitive files on the server.

Detection Guidance

The provided CVE details do not include specific detection methods or commands. However, arbitrary file read vulnerabilities like this often require manual inspection of file access logs, Joomla! extension configurations, and PHP error logs. Check for unusual file access patterns in the Joomla! administration interface or server logs.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to access sensitive files, including configuration files, user data, or system files. This may lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, or further attacks on the Joomla site.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to personal or sensitive data, violating GDPR and HIPAA compliance. Organizations may face legal penalties, reputational damage, and loss of trust due to data exposure.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update Phoca Commander to the latest version that patches the arbitrary file read vulnerability. If an update is not available, consider disabling or uninstalling the component until a patch is released.

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