Vulnerability Description
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the get_description function in lib/classes/event/user_login_failed.php in Moodle 2.7.x before 2.7.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted username that is improperly handled during the logging of an invalid login attempt.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.7.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.moodle.org/gw?p=moodle.git&a=search&h=HEAD&st=commit&s=MDL-46201Patch
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/21/1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68761
- https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=264271Vendor Advisory
- http://git.moodle.org/gw?p=moodle.git&a=search&h=HEAD&st=commit&s=MDL-46201Patch
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/07/21/1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68761
- https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=264271Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-3549?
CVE-2014-3549 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the get_description function in lib/classes/event/user_login_failed.php in Moodle 2.7.x before 2.7.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script ...
How severe is CVE-2014-3549?
CVE-2014-3549 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-3549?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Moodle Moodle.