CVE-2009-4298
UnknownEPSS 1.61%
Last modified
CVE-2009-4298 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The LAMS module (mod/lams) for Moodle 1.8 before 1.8.11 and 1.9 before 1.9.7 stores the (1) username, (2) firstname, and (3) lastname fields within the user table, which allows attackers to obtain user account information via unknown vectors.. EPSS estimates a 1.61% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The LAMS module (mod/lams) for Moodle 1.8 before 1.8.11 and 1.9 before 1.9.7 stores the (1) username, (2) firstname, and (3) lastname fields within the user table, which allows attackers to obtain user account information via unknown vectors.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Moodle | Moodle | 1.8.1 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 1.8.2 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 1.8.3 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 1.8.4 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 1.8.5 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 1.8.7 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 1.8.8 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 1.8.9 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 1.8.10 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 1.9.1 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 1.9.2 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 1.9.3 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 1.9.4 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 1.9.5 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 1.9.6 |
References
- http://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=139102Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37614Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3455Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=139102Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37614Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3455Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2009-4298?
The LAMS module (mod/lams) for Moodle 1.8 before 1.8.11 and 1.9 before 1.9.7 stores the (1) username, (2) firstname, and (3) lastname fields within the user table, which allows attackers to obtain user account information via unknown vectors.
How severe is CVE-2009-4298?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-4298 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.61% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-4298?
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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