8.8
CWE
862 94
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-13144: Code Injection

First published: Mon May 18 2020(Updated: )

Studio in Open edX Ironwood 2.5, when CodeJail is not used, allows a user to go to the "Create New course>New section>New subsection>New unit>Add new component>Problem button>Advanced tab>Custom Python evaluated code" screen, edit the problem, and execute Python code. This leads to arbitrary code execution.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Open edX=2.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-13144?

    CVE-2020-13144 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its exploitation potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-13144?

    To fix CVE-2020-13144, ensure that CodeJail is used when creating problems in the Open edX platform.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2020-13144?

    CVE-2020-13144 affects any installation of Open edX Ironwood 2.5 where CodeJail is not enabled.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2020-13144 enable?

    CVE-2020-13144 allows for arbitrary code execution, which can lead to malicious actions on the server.

  • Can CVE-2020-13144 be exploited without authentication?

    Yes, CVE-2020-13144 can be exploited by authenticated users with access to the course creation interface.

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