Is CVE-2017-20260 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2017-20260 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2017-20260 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2017-20260 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2017-20260?

CVE-2017-20260 has a CVSS score of 8.2 (HIGH).

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HIGH

CVE-2017-20260

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

8.2

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Joomla! Component Price Alert 3.0.2 contains an SQL injection vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary SQL queries by injecting malicious code through the product_id parameter. Attackers can send requests to the subscribeajax view with crafted SQL payloads in the product_id parameter to extract sensitive database information including credentials and configuration data.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2017-20260 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.