Vulnerability Description
The moodle_enrol_external:role_assign function in enrol/externallib.php in Moodle 2.0.x before 2.0.4 and 2.1.x before 2.1.1 does not have an authorization check, which allows remote authenticated users to gain privileges by making a role assignment.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.moodle.org/gw?p=moodle.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=d20f655d59cd486fd9b3a26ad35
- http://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=182738Vendor Advisory
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/11/14/1
- http://git.moodle.org/gw?p=moodle.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=d20f655d59cd486fd9b3a26ad35
- http://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=182738Vendor Advisory
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/11/14/1
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-4295?
CVE-2011-4295 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). The moodle_enrol_external:role_assign function in enrol/externallib.php in Moodle 2.0.x before 2.0.4 and 2.1.x before 2.1.1 does not have an authorization check, which allows remote authenticated user...
How severe is CVE-2011-4295?
CVE-2011-4295 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-4295?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Moodle Moodle.