CVE-2011-4279: Infoleak
Moodle 2.0.x before 2.0.2 does not use the forceloginforprofiles setting for course-profiles access control, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain potentially sensitive information via vectors involving use of a search engine, as demonstrated by the search functionality of Google, Yahoo!, Wrensoft Zoom, MSN, Yandex, and AltaVista.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-4279?
CVE-2011-4279 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to expose sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4279?
To remediate CVE-2011-4279, upgrade Moodle to version 2.0.2 or later.
What versions of Moodle are affected by CVE-2011-4279?
CVE-2011-4279 affects Moodle versions 2.0.0 and 2.0.1.
What is the impact of CVE-2011-4279?
The impact of CVE-2011-4279 is the unauthorized exposure of potentially sensitive user information.
Is CVE-2011-4279 still a risk with newer versions of Moodle?
No, CVE-2011-4279 is not a risk in Moodle versions 2.0.2 and later.