CVE-2011-4585
First published: Fri Jul 20 2012(Updated: )
login/change_password.php in Moodle 1.9.x before 1.9.15 does not use https for the change-password form even if the httpslogin option is enabled, which allows remote attackers to obtain credentials by sniffing the network.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Moodle | =1.9.1 | |
| Moodle | =1.9.2 | |
| Moodle | =1.9.3 | |
| Moodle | =1.9.4 | |
| Moodle | =1.9.5 | |
| Moodle | =1.9.6 | |
| Moodle | =1.9.7 | |
| Moodle | =1.9.8 | |
| Moodle | =1.9.9 | |
| Moodle | =1.9.10 | |
| Moodle | =1.9.11 | |
| Moodle | =1.9.12 | |
| Moodle | =1.9.13 | |
| Moodle | =1.9.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-4585?
CVE-2011-4585 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to the potential for credential theft.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4585?
To fix CVE-2011-4585, ensure that your Moodle version is updated to 1.9.15 or later.
What does CVE-2011-4585 exploit?
CVE-2011-4585 exploits the lack of HTTPS usage for the change-password form in affected Moodle versions.
Which versions of Moodle are affected by CVE-2011-4585?
CVE-2011-4585 affects Moodle versions 1.9.x prior to 1.9.15, including 1.9.1 to 1.9.14.
Can I utilize HTTPS with my current Moodle installation to mitigate CVE-2011-4585?
Unfortunately, enabling the httpslogin option does not mitigate CVE-2011-4585 in the affected versions, so upgrading is necessary.
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