CVE-2006-4936: Input Validation
First published: Sat Sep 23 2006(Updated: )
Moodle before 1.6.2 does not properly validate the module instance id when creating a course module object, which has unspecified impact and remote attack vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| composer/moodle/moodle | <1.6.2 | 1.6.2 |
| Moodle | <=1.6.1 | |
| Moodle | =1.6.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://docs.moodle.org/en/Release_notes#Moodle_1.6.2
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2006-4936
- https://github.com/moodle/moodle/commit/0f69811d980002709668a2001477a811bfee4bab
- https://web.archive.org/web/20061230195936/http://docs.moodle.org/en/Release_notes#Moodle_1.6.2
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-h9w8-4376-j344 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-4936?
The severity of CVE-2006-4936 is currently unspecified, highlighting potential impacts on Moodle's security.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4936?
To fix CVE-2006-4936, upgrade Moodle to version 1.6.2 or later.
What versions of Moodle are affected by CVE-2006-4936?
CVE-2006-4936 affects Moodle versions prior to 1.6.2, including 1.6.0 and 1.6.1.
What potential impact does CVE-2006-4936 have?
CVE-2006-4936 could allow remote attackers to exploit vulnerabilities due to improper validation of the module instance id.
Is CVE-2006-4936 a critical vulnerability?
CVE-2006-4936 is not specifically labeled as critical but presents a risk that could be leveraged by attackers.
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