CVE-2022-40314
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.53%
Last modified
CVE-2022-40314 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A remote code execution risk when restoring backup files originating from Moodle 1.9 was identified.. EPSS estimates a 1.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A remote code execution risk when restoring backup files originating from Moodle 1.9 was identified.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Moodle | Moodle | >= 3.9, < 3.9.17 |
| Moodle | Moodle | >= 3.11, < 3.11.10 |
| Moodle | Moodle | >= 4.0, < 4.0.4 |
References
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2128147Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=438393Patch, Vendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2128147Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=438393Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-40314?
A remote code execution risk when restoring backup files originating from Moodle 1.9 was identified.
How severe is CVE-2022-40314?
CVE-2022-40314 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-40314?
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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