[20260508] - Core - Improper access check in com_config webservice endpoints

Project: Joomla!
SubProject: CMS
Impact: High
Severity: Moderate
Probability: Low
Versions: 4.0.0-5.4.5,6.0.0-6.1.0
Exploit type: Incorrect Access Control
Reported Date: 2026-04-15
Fixed Date: 2026-05-26
CVE Number: CVE-2026-35223

Description

An improper access check allows unauthorized access to com_config webservice endpoints.

Affected Installs

Joomla! CMS versions 4.0.0-5.4.5,6.0.0-6.1.0

Solution

Upgrade to version 5.4.6,6.1.1

Contact

The JSST at the Joomla! Security Centre.

Reported By: Rishi Shakya, Qi Deng