CVE-2008-3227: Joomla/framework Joomla! Open Redirect Vulnerability Vulnerability

HIGH
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-gm5q-2cx5-wr2j
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CWE-59
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2008-3227 is a HIGH joomla! open redirect vulnerability vulnerability (CWE-59: Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')) affecting Joomla/framework libraries in the Packagist ecosystem. The issue involves joomla! open redirect vulnerability. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 1.5.4.

CVE-2008-3227 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2008-3227
GHSA Identifier GHSA-gm5q-2cx5-wr2j
Severity HIGH
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-59: Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following')
Affected Product Joomla/framework
Package Ecosystem Packagist
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2008-3227

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Joomla/framework dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

joomla/framework fixed: 1.5.4 
Upgrade joomla/framework to 1.5.4
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

inspect dependencies for joomla/framework

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your application is affected by CVE-2008-3227, inspect your project dependencies for Joomla/framework:

inspect dependencies for joomla/framework

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Joomla/framework in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 1.5.4), your application is affected.

Note: Verify declared build manifests and deployed runtime container environments.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-59: Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following'), where the product attempts to access a file based on the filename, but it does not properly prevent that filename from identifying a link or shortcut that resolves to an unintended resource. In Joomla/framework, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

Unspecified vulnerability in Joomla! before 1.5.4 has unknown impact and attack vectors related to a "User Redirect Spam fix," possibly an open redirect vulnerability.

CVE-2008-3227 Affected Joomla/framework Versions

1 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
1.5.4
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
joomla/framework
 Packagist
< 1.5.4
1.5.4

References

NVD — CVE-2008-3227 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2008-3227
exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/442... WEB
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44205
Joomla/framework Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/joomla/joomla-framework
web.archive.org/web/20080501000000*... WEB
https://web.archive.org/web/20080501000000*/http://www.joomla.org/content/view/5180/1
Joomla/framework Security Information SECURITY
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/07/12/2

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-3227?
CVE-2008-3227 is a security vulnerability in Joomla/framework involving Joomla! Open Redirect vulnerability under CWE-59: Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following').
Which Joomla/framework versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 1.5.4 across affected packages: joomla/framework.
What version fixes CVE-2008-3227?
Upgrading to 1.5.4 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is joomla/framework affected?
Yes, joomla/framework is affected in releases prior to 1.5.4. Upgrade your dependency to 1.5.4 or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2008-3227?
CVE-2008-3227 is classified under CWE-59: Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') (The product attempts to access a file based on the filename, but it does not properly prevent that filename from identifying a link or shortcut that resolves to an unintended resource.).
How can I check Packagist dependencies for CVE-2008-3227?
Run the dependency tree command: 'inspect dependencies for joomla/framework'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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