CVE-2024-48899: Moodle IDOR Vulnerability in Course Badges Access
Summary
CVE-2024-48899: Moodle: idor when accessing list of course badges. Affects moodle versions >= 4.4.0, < 4.4.4. Fixed in 4.4.4. How to fix ↓
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- moodle/moodle · Packagist
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Background
Moodle is an open-source learning platform designed to provide educators, administrators, and learners with a single robust, secure, and integrated system to create personalized learning environments. It is widely used in educational institutions for course management, content delivery, and student engagement. However, it has been identified that certain access controls are insufficient, allowing unauthorized users to access course badges they should not be able to view.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-48899 is an Insecure Direct Object Reference (IDOR) issue within Moodle. This flaw allows users to access the list of course badges for courses they are not authorized to view. The root cause of this vulnerability lies in the lack of proper access checks when fetching course badge data, potentially leading to unauthorized information disclosure. If exploited, this could compromise the integrity of course-related data and violate user privacy.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
4.4.4
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
As a temporary workaround, administrators can limit user access to course badges by modifying user roles and permissions within the Moodle settings. This can help mitigate the risk until the patch is applied. Additionally, consider monitoring user activities closely to detect any unauthorized access attempts.
Conclusion
The CVE-2024-48899 vulnerability in Moodle highlights the importance of robust access controls in educational platforms. By updating to the latest version and implementing recommended workarounds, users can protect their systems from unauthorized access and maintain data integrity.
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FAQ
CVE-2024-48899 is a vulnerability in Moodle that allows unauthorized users to access course badges they should not have access to due to insufficient access controls.
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The risks include unauthorized access to sensitive course information, potential privacy violations, and a breach of trust between users and the educational institution.
It is recommended to regularly check for updates and apply them promptly to ensure that your Moodle installation is secure and protected against known vulnerabilities.
If immediate updating is not possible, implement strict user role permissions and monitor user activities to minimize the risk of exploitation until the update can be applied.
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