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CVE-2021-26038

An issue was discovered in Joomla! 2.5.0 through 3.9.27. Install action in com_installer lack the required hardcoded ACL checks for superusers. A default system is not affected cause the default ACL for com_installer is limited to super users already.

Severity
High 7.5
Published
7 Jul 2021
Last changed
17 Jun 2026
Added to UpHeron
21 Oct 2026
Sources
NVD

Affected software

SoftwareAffected versions
Joomla!Servers and applications · cpe:a:joomla:joomla\!
  • From 2.5.0 up to 3.9.27

References

  • NVD https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2021-26038
  • CVE.org https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2021-26038