CVE-2010-4864 in Com Clubmanager
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in the Club Manager (com_clubmanager) component for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the cm_id parameter in an equip presenta action to index.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/13/2025
The CVE-2010-4864 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw within the Club Manager component for Joomla websites. The flaw manifests when the application fails to properly sanitize user input passed through the cm_id parameter during an equip presenta action request directed to the index.php endpoint. This oversight creates a pathway for malicious actors to manipulate the underlying database queries through crafted input sequences that bypass normal validation mechanisms.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through the manipulation of the cm_id parameter which is processed without adequate input sanitization or parameter binding. When a user submits data containing malicious sql payloads through this parameter, the application incorporates these inputs directly into sql query construction without proper escaping or validation. This allows attackers to inject arbitrary sql commands that execute with the privileges of the web application's database user. The vulnerability specifically impacts the equip presenta action which suggests this flaw affects functionality related to equipment presentation or management within the club management system. The lack of input validation creates a condition where sql injection attacks can be executed remotely without requiring authentication or prior access to the system.
The operational impact of CVE-2010-4864 extends beyond simple data theft to encompass complete system compromise and unauthorized access to sensitive club information. Attackers can leverage this vulnerability to extract confidential data including member information, club details, administrative credentials, and potentially access other system components through database-level attacks. The remote execution capability means that attackers can exploit this vulnerability from any location without physical access to the server infrastructure. This type of vulnerability aligns with CWE-89 which categorizes sql injection flaws as a fundamental weakness in software design that allows attackers to manipulate database queries. The vulnerability also maps to attack techniques within the MITRE ATT&CK framework under the T1071.004 category for application layer protocol manipulation, where attackers exploit web application vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access to backend systems.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2010-4864 require immediate implementation of input validation and parameterized queries to prevent sql injection attacks. System administrators should upgrade to the patched version of the Club Manager component or apply the official security patches released by the Joomla platform. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of secure coding practices and proper input validation as outlined in OWASP Top Ten security guidelines, particularly addressing the prevention of injection flaws that remain among the most prevalent and dangerous web application security vulnerabilities.