CVE-2010-4941 in Com Teams
Summary
by MITRE
SQL injection vulnerability in the Teams (com_teams) component 1_1028_100809_1711 for Joomla! allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the PlayerID parameter in a player save action to index.php.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 09/01/2025
The CVE-2010-4941 vulnerability represents a critical sql injection flaw within the teams component of Joomla! version 1_1028_100809_1711. This vulnerability specifically targets the PlayerID parameter within the player save action functionality of the com_teams component, creating a dangerous attack vector that enables remote code execution through manipulated database queries. The flaw resides in the improper input validation and sanitization mechanisms that fail to properly escape or filter user-supplied data before incorporating it into sql command structures.
This vulnerability operates under the common weakness enumeration CWE-89 which categorizes sql injection as a fundamental flaw in application security where untrusted data is directly concatenated into sql commands without proper sanitization. The attack surface is particularly concerning because it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary sql commands against the underlying database, potentially leading to complete system compromise. The specific parameter manipulation occurs during the player save action, suggesting that the vulnerability exists in the data persistence layer where user input is processed and stored within the database.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple data theft or modification, as it provides attackers with the capability to escalate privileges and potentially gain full administrative control over the joomla installation. Attackers can leverage this flaw to extract sensitive information from database tables, modify existing records, insert malicious entries, or even create new administrative accounts. The remote nature of the attack means that no local system access is required, making the vulnerability particularly dangerous for web applications that are publicly accessible. According to the attack technique framework, this vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1071.004 which covers application layer protocol manipulation and T1190 which addresses exploitation of remote services.
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2010-4941 should prioritize immediate patching of the affected joomla component to address the input validation deficiencies. Organizations should implement proper parameterized queries or prepared statements to prevent sql injection attacks by separating sql commands from data values. Input sanitization measures including proper escaping of special characters and validation of data types should be enforced at multiple layers of the application architecture. Network-level protections such as web application firewalls can provide additional detection and prevention capabilities, though they should not replace proper code-level fixes. Regular security assessments and vulnerability scanning should be conducted to identify similar flaws in other components of the joomla installation, as this vulnerability demonstrates the importance of comprehensive input validation across all application interfaces. The remediation process should also include monitoring database access logs for suspicious activities that may indicate exploitation attempts.