CVE-2025-26526: Feedback response viewing and deletions did not respect Separate Groups mode

Published Feb 24, 2025
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Updated

Separate Groups mode restrictions were not factored into permission checks before allowing viewing or deletion of responses in Feedback activities.

Affected Software

8 affected componentsFixes available
composer/moodle/moodle<4.1.16
4.1.16
composer/moodle/moodle>=4.3.0-beta<4.3.10
4.3.10
composer/moodle/moodle>=4.4.0-beta<4.4.6
4.4.6
composer/moodle/moodle>=4.5.0-beta<4.5.2
4.5.2
Moodle Moodle>=4.1.0<4.1.16
Moodle Moodle>=4.3.0<4.3.10
Moodle Moodle>=4.4.0<4.4.6
Moodle Moodle>=4.5.0<4.5.2

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade composer/moodle/moodle to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.1.16
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade composer/moodle/moodle to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.3.10
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade composer/moodle/moodle to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.4.6
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade composer/moodle/moodle to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 4.5.2

Event History

Feb 24, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:39 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:39 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
RemedyAffected Software
Advisory Published
via GitHub·09:31 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-26526?

The severity of CVE-2025-26526 is considered medium due to improper permission checks in the feedback module.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-26526?

To fix CVE-2025-26526, upgrade to Moodle version 4.1.16 or later, or 4.3.10, 4.4.6, or 4.5.2 as specified in the vulnerability report.

3

What impact does CVE-2025-26526 have on my Moodle installation?

CVE-2025-26526 allows unauthorized users to view or delete feedback responses, potentially leading to data leaks.

4

Which versions of Moodle are affected by CVE-2025-26526?

Affected versions of Moodle include versions prior to 4.1.16, 4.3.10, 4.4.6, and 4.5.2.

5

Is it necessary to update Moodle to mitigate CVE-2025-26526?

Yes, updating Moodle to the fixed versions is essential to mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2025-26526.

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