CVE-2012-5480
UnknownEPSS 1.60%
Last modified
CVE-2012-5480 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Database activity module 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 attackers to bypass intended restrictions on reading other participants' entries via an advanced search.. EPSS estimates a 1.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Database activity module 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 attackers to bypass intended restrictions on reading other participants' entries via an advanced search.
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=216160Vendor Advisory
- https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=216160Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-5480?
The Database activity module 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 attackers to bypass intended restrictions on reading other participants' entries via an advanced search.
How severe is CVE-2012-5480?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-5480 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5480?
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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