Is CVE-2017-20254 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2017-20254 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2017-20254 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2017-20254 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2017-20254?

CVE-2017-20254 has a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2017-20254

CWE-89Published: June 19, 2026· Updated: Jun 22, 2026

8.2

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Joomla! Component User Bench 1.0 contains an SQL injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries by injecting malicious code through the userid parameter. Attackers can send GET requests to index.php with the option=com_userbench&view=detail&userid parameter containing SQL injection payloads to extract sensitive database information including credentials and configuration data.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2017-20254 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), with a CVSS base score of 8.2.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-89): SQL injection vulnerabilities allow attackers to manipulate database queries, potentially exposing or modifying sensitive data.