CVE-2026-71574
[20260803] - Core - Inconsistent ACL checks for mutating webservice endpoints
Published Aug 17, 2026 · Joomla Joomla
Project: Joomla! SubProject: CMS Impact: High Severity: Moderate Probability: Low Versions: 4.0.0-5.4.7, 6.0.0-6.1.2 Exploit type: Incorrect Access Control Reported Date: 2026-07-15 Fixed Date: 2026-08-18 CVE Number: CVE-2026-71574 Description An improper access check allows unauthorized users to perform mutation actions in webservice endpoints, where the same mutation was restricted in the backend UI. Affected Installs Joomla! CMS versions 4.0.0-5.4.7, 6.0.0-6.1.2 Solution Upgrade to version 5.4.8, 6.1.3 Contact The JSST at the Joomla! Security Centre . Reported By: Paul, Sorrachat, tms, Morr
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Aug 17, 2026 · Joomla Security
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Project: Joomla! SubProject: CMS Impact: High Severity: Moderate Probability: Low Versions: 4.0.0-5.4.7, 6.0.0-6.1.2 Exploit type: Incorrect Access Control Reported Date: 2026-07-15 Fixed Date: 2026-08-18 CVE Number: CVE-2026-71574 Description An improper access check allows unauthorized users to perform mutation actions in webservice endpoints, where the same mutation was restricted in the backen
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- Joomla SecurityVendor advisoryCVE-2026-71574
Project: Joomla! SubProject: CMS Impact: High Severity: Moderate Probability: Low Versions: 4.0.0-5.4.7, 6.0.0-6.1.2 Exploit type: Incorrect Access Control Reported Date: 2026-07-15 Fixed Date: 2026-08-18 CVE Number: CVE-2026-71574 Description An improper access check allows unau
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