CVE-2010-0692 in Com Jquarks
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in the IP-Tech JQuarks (com_jquarks) Component 0.2.3, and possibly earlier, for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the id parameter to index.php. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/01/2026
The CVE-2010-0692 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw within the ip-tech jquarks component version 0.2.3 and potentially earlier releases for the joomla content management system. This vulnerability specifically targets the component's handling of user input through the id parameter in the index.php file, creating a pathway for remote attackers to execute malicious sql commands. The vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization mechanisms within the component's code, allowing attackers to manipulate sql queries by injecting malicious sql code through the vulnerable parameter.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker submits a specially crafted id parameter value that bypasses the component's input filtering mechanisms. This allows the attacker to inject arbitrary sql commands that are then executed by the underlying database system. The vulnerability is classified as a classic sql injection attack pattern that aligns with common weakness enumeration cwes 89 and 20. The attack vector is remote and unauthenticated, meaning that any user with access to the vulnerable joomla installation can exploit this flaw without requiring prior authentication or privileged access.
The operational impact of CVE-2010-0692 is severe and multifaceted, potentially allowing attackers to gain complete control over the affected database system. Successful exploitation could enable attackers to extract sensitive data, modify or delete database records, create new database users, or even escalate privileges within the application environment. The vulnerability affects the integrity and confidentiality of all data stored within the joomla installation, including user credentials, content management data, and potentially system configuration information. Organizations running vulnerable joomla installations are at significant risk of data breaches, service disruption, and potential system compromise, particularly since this vulnerability affects widely used content management systems.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2010-0692 should prioritize immediate remediation through official security patches provided by the joomla project and ip-tech developers. Organizations should implement proper input validation and parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks, following secure coding practices aligned with owasp top ten security risks. Database access controls should be reviewed and restricted to minimize potential damage from successful exploitation attempts. Additionally, network level protections such as web application firewalls and intrusion detection systems can provide additional defense in depth. The vulnerability demonstrates the critical importance of keeping content management systems and their components updated, as this flaw existed in versions that were likely outdated by the time of the vulnerability disclosure, highlighting the necessity of regular security maintenance and vulnerability management processes.