Host Configuration Bypass in Moodle by Moodle
CVE-2018-1043

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor
Moodle
Status
Moodle 3.x
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 January 2018

Summary

In Moodle 3.x, a security flaw exists that allows an attacker to bypass the blocked hosts list configuration by utilizing multiple A record hostnames. This can lead to unauthorized access and potential exploitation of the application, undermining the integrity of the Moodle platform. Administrators should review their host configurations to mitigate this risk and ensure that proper security measures are in place.

Affected Version(s)

Moodle 3.x Moodle 3.x

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/102769
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=364382
x_refsource_CONFIRM

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
High
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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