Vulnerability Description
The generate_password function in Moodle through 2.4.11, 2.5.x before 2.5.9, 2.6.x before 2.6.6, and 2.7.x before 2.7.3 does not provide a sufficient number of possible temporary passwords, which allows remote attackers to obtain access via a brute-force attack.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Moodle | Moodle | <= 2.4.11 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.moodle.org/gw?p=moodle.git&a=search&h=HEAD&st=commit&s=MDL-47050Patch
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/11/17/11
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031215
- https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=275152Vendor Advisory
- http://git.moodle.org/gw?p=moodle.git&a=search&h=HEAD&st=commit&s=MDL-47050Patch
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2014/11/17/11
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031215
- https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=275152Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-7845?
CVE-2014-7845 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The generate_password function in Moodle through 2.4.11, 2.5.x before 2.5.9, 2.6.x before 2.6.6, and 2.7.x before 2.7.3 does not provide a sufficient number of possible temporary passwords, which allo...
How severe is CVE-2014-7845?
CVE-2014-7845 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-7845?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Moodle Moodle.