Vulnerability identifier: #VU39159
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 4.6 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-200
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Moodle
Web applications /
Other software
Vendor: moodle.org
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote non-authenticated attacker to gain access to sensitive information.
Moodle 3.0 through 3.0.3, 2.9 through 2.9.5, and 2.8 through 2.8.11 allows remote attackers to obtain the names of hidden forums and forum discussions.
Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Moodle: 2.8 - 2.8.11, 2.9 - 2.9.5, 3.0 - 3.0.3
External links
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/17/4
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1035902
http://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1335933
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.