Vulnerability Description
access.php in the Lesson module in Moodle 2.8.x before 2.8.2 does not set the RISK_XSS bit for graders, which allows remote authenticated users to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via crafted essay feedback.
CVSS Score
3.5
LOW
AV:N/AC:M/Au:S/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Moodle | Moodle | 2.8.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.moodle.org/gw?p=moodle.git&a=search&h=HEAD&st=commit&s=MDL-48034
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/01/19/1
- https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=278616Vendor Advisory
- http://git.moodle.org/gw?p=moodle.git&a=search&h=HEAD&st=commit&s=MDL-48034
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/01/19/1
- https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=278616Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-0216?
CVE-2015-0216 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.5 (LOW). access.php in the Lesson module in Moodle 2.8.x before 2.8.2 does not set the RISK_XSS bit for graders, which allows remote authenticated users to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via crafte...
How severe is CVE-2015-0216?
CVE-2015-0216 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-0216?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Moodle Moodle.