File Access Vulnerability in Moodle by Moodle
CVE-2016-8642

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Moodle
Status
Moodle 2.x And 3.x
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 January 2017

Summary

The question engine in Moodle versions 2.x and 3.x contains a vulnerability that permits unauthorized access to files that should be restricted. This flaw could allow attackers to exploit the system, leading to potential exposure of sensitive information. It is crucial for users of these Moodle versions to implement necessary security measures to mitigate this issue.

Affected Version(s)

Moodle 2.x and 3.x Moodle 2.x and 3.x

References

https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=343275
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94441
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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