CVE-2011-4297
UnknownEPSS 1.56%
Last modified
CVE-2011-4297 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. comment/lib.php in Moodle 2.0.x before 2.0.4 and 2.1.x before 2.1.1 does not properly restrict comment capabilities, which allows remote attackers to post a comment by leveraging the guest role and operating on a front-page activity.. EPSS estimates a 1.56% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
comment/lib.php in Moodle 2.0.x before 2.0.4 and 2.1.x before 2.1.1 does not properly restrict comment capabilities, which allows remote attackers to post a comment by leveraging the guest role and operating on a front-page activity.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.0.0 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.0.1 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.0.2 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.0.3 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.1.0 |
References
- http://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=182740Vendor Advisory
- http://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=182740Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-4297?
comment/lib.php in Moodle 2.0.x before 2.0.4 and 2.1.x before 2.1.1 does not properly restrict comment capabilities, which allows remote attackers to post a comment by leveraging the guest role and operating on a front-page activity.
How severe is CVE-2011-4297?
Severity scoring for CVE-2011-4297 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4297?
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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