CVE-2016-9186

Name: CVE-2016-9186
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2016-11-04T10:59:06.35+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.82%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-9186 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in the "legacy course files" and "file manager" modules in Moodle 3.1.2 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension, and then accessing it via unspecified vectors.. EPSS estimates a 3.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in the "legacy course files" and "file manager" modules in Moodle 3.1.2 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension, and then accessing it via unspecified vectors.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.82%

88.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-434

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Moodle	Moodle	<= 3.1.2

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94190Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/139466/Moodle-CMS-3.1.2-Cross-Site-Scripting-File-Upload.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94190Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/139466/Moodle-CMS-3.1.2-Cross-Site-Scripting-File-Upload.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Nov 4, 2016
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-9186?

How severe is CVE-2016-9186?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-9186 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-9186?

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