Vulnerability Description
Moodle 2.3.x before 2.3.1 uses only a client-side check for whether references are permitted in a file upload, which allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended alias (aka shortcut) restrictions via a client that omits this check.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.3.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.moodle.org/gw?p=moodle.git&a=search&h=HEAD&st=commit&s=MDL-33948
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/07/17/1
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49890
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/54481
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/76954
- http://git.moodle.org/gw?p=moodle.git&a=search&h=HEAD&st=commit&s=MDL-33948
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/07/17/1
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49890
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/54481
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/76954
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-3387?
CVE-2012-3387 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.0 (MEDIUM). Moodle 2.3.x before 2.3.1 uses only a client-side check for whether references are permitted in a file upload, which allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended alias (aka shortcut) restricti...
How severe is CVE-2012-3387?
CVE-2012-3387 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-3387?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Moodle Moodle.