CWE
79
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-43439: Moodle: reflected xss via h5p error message

First published: Mon Nov 11 2024(Updated: )

A flaw was found in moodle. H5P error messages require additional sanitizing to prevent a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) risk.

Credit: patrick@puiterwijk.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Moodle

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-43439?

    CVE-2024-43439 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-43439?

    To fix CVE-2024-43439, update your Moodle installation to the latest version that contains the necessary sanitization improvements.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2024-43439?

    CVE-2024-43439 affects users of Moodle who utilize H5P functionalities without the appropriate security patches.

  • What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2024-43439?

    CVE-2024-43439 is a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that requires additional sanitization of error messages within the H5P functionality.

  • Is CVE-2024-43439 being actively exploited?

    As of now, there have been no reported instances of CVE-2024-43439 being actively exploited in the wild, but it poses a risk to affected systems.

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