CVE-2018-6005 in Realpin
Summary
by MITRE
SQL Injection exists in the Realpin through 1.5.04 component for Joomla! via the pinboard parameter.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/28/2025
The vulnerability CVE-2018-6005 represents a critical sql injection flaw discovered in the Realpin component version 1.5.04 and earlier for Joomla! content management systems. This vulnerability specifically affects the pinboard parameter handling within the component, creating a pathway for malicious actors to execute unauthorized database operations. The issue stems from insufficient input validation and sanitization practices within the component's codebase, allowing attackers to inject malicious sql commands through crafted parameter values.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when the pinboard parameter is processed without proper sanitization measures, enabling an attacker to manipulate the underlying sql query structure. This flaw falls under the common weakness enumeration CWE-89 which categorizes sql injection vulnerabilities as a result of inadequate input validation. The vulnerability exists because the component fails to implement proper parameterized queries or input filtering mechanisms, making it susceptible to manipulation through specially crafted user inputs. Attackers can leverage this weakness to extract sensitive data, modify database contents, or potentially escalate privileges within the affected Joomla! installation.
The operational impact of CVE-2018-6005 extends beyond simple data theft, as it provides attackers with potential access to the entire database infrastructure underlying the Joomla installations using the Realpin component, as the vulnerability affects a core functionality parameter that is likely to be accessed frequently. Organizations running vulnerable versions face significant risk of data breaches, service disruption, and potential regulatory compliance violations, especially if the compromised systems contain sensitive user information or business-critical data.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on immediate patching of the Realpin component to version 1.5.05 or later, which contains the necessary security fixes. System administrators should also implement proper input validation measures, including the use of parameterized queries and strict input sanitization for all user-supplied data. Additional defensive measures include implementing web application firewalls that can detect and block sql injection attempts, conducting regular security audits of installed components, and establishing proper access controls to limit the potential damage from successful exploitation attempts. The vulnerability aligns with attack techniques described in the attack pattern taxonomy under the category of sql injection attacks, specifically targeting the application layer where user inputs are processed without adequate protection mechanisms.