Vulnerability Description
Moodle 2.3.x before 2.3.3 allows remote authenticated users to bypass the moodle/role:manage capability requirement and read all capability data by visiting the Check Permissions page.
CVSS Score
4.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:S/C:P/I:N/A:N
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-35381
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/11/19/1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/56505
- https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=216161Vendor Advisory
- http://git.moodle.org/gw?p=moodle.git&a=search&h=HEAD&st=commit&s=MDL-35381
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/11/19/1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/56505
- https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=216161Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-5481?
CVE-2012-5481 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.0 (MEDIUM). Moodle 2.3.x before 2.3.3 allows remote authenticated users to bypass the moodle/role:manage capability requirement and read all capability data by visiting the Check Permissions page.
How severe is CVE-2012-5481?
CVE-2012-5481 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-2012-5481?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Moodle Moodle.