CVE-2019-3809: SSRF

Published Mar 25, 2019
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Updated

A flaw was found in Moodle versions 3.1 to 3.1.15 and earlier unsupported versions. The mybackpack functionality allowed setting the URL of badges, when it should be restricted to the Mozilla Open Badges backpack URL. This resulted in the possibility of blind SSRF via requests made by the page.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
composer/moodle/moodle>=3.1<3.1.16
3.1.16
Moodle moodle>=3.1.0<=3.1.15

Event History

Mar 25, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:38 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:29 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
May 13, 2022
Advisory Published
via GitHub·01:31 AM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-3809?

CVE-2019-3809 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for blind SSRF attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-3809?

To remediate CVE-2019-3809, upgrade Moodle to version 3.1.16 or later.

3

What versions of Moodle are affected by CVE-2019-3809?

CVE-2019-3809 affects Moodle versions 3.1 to 3.1.15 and earlier unsupported versions.

4

What is the nature of the flaw in CVE-2019-3809?

The flaw in CVE-2019-3809 allows setting the URL of badges beyond the intended Mozilla Open Badges backpack URL.

5

Can CVE-2019-3809 lead to data exposure?

Yes, CVE-2019-3809 poses a risk of data exposure through blind SSRF attacks if exploited.

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