CVE-2008-0123

Name: CVE-2008-0123
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-01-12T01:46:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.95%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-0123 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in install.php for Moodle 1.8.3, and possibly other versions before 1.8.4, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the dbname parameter. NOTE: this issue only exists until the installation is complete.. EPSS estimates a 3.95% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in install.php for Moodle 1.8.3, and possibly other versions before 1.8.4, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the dbname parameter. NOTE: this issue only exists until the installation is complete.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.95%

89.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Moodle	Moodle	<= 1.8.3

References

Timeline

Published: Jan 12, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-0123?

How severe is CVE-2008-0123?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-0123 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.95% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0123?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST