Joomla Version in MySQL Database

content-management-system, joomla, mysql

Solution

After some research:

The Joomla version is not saved on the DataBase. The Joomla version is saved in a file here:

/libraries/Joomla/version.php

Problem

I have a crashed/hacked Joomla installation (Files and Folders only) Database has NOT been compromised so I have the DB which is in Good Condition. I need to find out what was the installed version of Joomla that was live, so I can download that exact version package and reinstall it on a new location. Is there a table or an entry in the DB that tells me this? I have a JoomlaPack backup and I also need to know which version of Joomla Pack was installed right before the devastation, so I can restore properly. thank you

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