CVE-2010-2694 in Com Redshop
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in the redSHOP Component (com_redshop) 1.0 for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the pid parameter to index.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 08/26/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2010-2694 represents a critical SQL injection flaw within the redSHOP Component version 1.0 for Joomla! platforms. This security weakness specifically targets the component's handling of user input through the pid parameter in the index.php file, creating a pathway for malicious actors to manipulate database queries and potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive information. The vulnerability exists due to inadequate input validation and sanitization mechanisms within the component's codebase, allowing attackers to inject malicious SQL commands that bypass normal security controls.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when an attacker crafts a specially formatted pid parameter value that gets directly incorporated into SQL query strings without proper escaping or parameterization. This allows the attacker to manipulate the intended database operations and execute arbitrary SQL commands on the underlying database system. The flaw falls under CWE-89 which specifically addresses SQL injection vulnerabilities, where insufficient input validation enables attackers to interfere with the structure of executed queries. The attack vector is particularly dangerous because it operates over remote network connections, requiring no local system access or elevated privileges from the attacker's perspective.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft, as successful exploitation could enable attackers to modify or delete database records, extract confidential information including user credentials, and potentially establish persistent access to the compromised Joomla ecosystem where the component is installed, potentially compromising multiple websites if the same vulnerable component version is deployed across different installations.
Security mitigation strategies for CVE-2010-2694 should prioritize immediate patching of the affected redSHOP component to version 1.1 or later, which includes proper input validation and parameterized query implementations. Organizations should also implement web application firewalls to monitor and filter suspicious SQL injection patterns, conduct thorough input validation at all application entry points, and establish proper database access controls to limit the impact of potential exploitation. Additionally, regular security audits and vulnerability assessments should be conducted to identify similar weaknesses in other components and ensure comprehensive protection against similar attack vectors. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of following secure coding practices and adhering to the principle of least privilege in database interactions, aligning with ATT&CK technique T1071.004 for application layer attacks and T1046 for network service scanning activities that often precede such exploitation attempts.