CVE-2012-5479
UnknownEPSS 1.27%
Last modified
CVE-2012-5479 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Portfolio plugin in Moodle 2.1.x before 2.1.9, 2.2.x before 2.2.6, and 2.3.x before 2.3.3 allows remote authenticated users to upload and execute files via a modified Portfolio API callback.. EPSS estimates a 1.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Portfolio plugin in Moodle 2.1.x before 2.1.9, 2.2.x before 2.2.6, and 2.3.x before 2.3.3 allows remote authenticated users to upload and execute files via a modified Portfolio API callback.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.1.0 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.1.1 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.1.2 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.1.3 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.1.4 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.1.5 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.1.6 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.1.7 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.1.8 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.2.0 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.2.1 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.2.2 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.2.3 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.2.4 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.2.5 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.3.0 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.3.1 |
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.3.2 |
References
- https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=216159Vendor Advisory
- https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=216159Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-5479?
The Portfolio plugin in Moodle 2.1.x before 2.1.9, 2.2.x before 2.2.6, and 2.3.x before 2.3.3 allows remote authenticated users to upload and execute files via a modified Portfolio API callback.
How severe is CVE-2012-5479?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-5479 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5479?
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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