#VU98543 Improper access control in Moodle - CVE-2024-48900

Vulnerability identifier: #VU98543

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.3 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-48900

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Moodle
Web applications / Other software

Vendor: moodle.org

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to the IDOR issue. A remote user can view badge recipients.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Moodle: 4.4.0 - 4.4.3

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External links
https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=462879
https://git.moodle.org/gw?p=moodle.git&a=search&h=HEAD&st=commit&s=MDL-83178

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.