CVE-2026-48897
Description
Insufficient state checks lead to a vector that allows to bypass 2FA checks.
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Insufficient session state checks in Joomla CMS allow attackers to bypass two-factor authentication.
Vulnerability
In Joomla CMS versions 4.0.0 to 5.4.5 and 6.0.0 to 6.1.0, incorrect handling of session state resets allows attackers to bypass two-factor authentication (2FA). The vulnerability stems from insufficient state checks during the authentication process [1].
Exploitation
An attacker with valid user credentials can exploit the flawed session state management by manipulating session states, potentially through a crafted request, to skip the 2FA verification step [1].
Impact
Successful exploitation allows an attacker to authenticate as another user without completing the 2FA process, leading to unauthorized account access and potential data compromise [1].
Mitigation
Upgrade to Joomla CMS version 5.4.6 or 6.1.1, released on 2026-05-26 [1]. For affected versions (4.0.0-5.4.5 and 6.0.0-6.1.0), no workaround is available other than updating [1].
AI Insight generated on May 26, 2026. Synthesized from this CVE's description and the cited reference URLs; citations are validated against the source bundle.
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