CVE-2025-26533: SQL injection risk in course search module list filter

Published Feb 24, 2025
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Updated

An SQL injection risk was identified in the module list filter within course search.

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·08:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:07 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
RemedyAffected Software
Advisory Published
via GitHub·09:31 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-26533?

CVE-2025-26533 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for SQL injection attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-26533?

To fix CVE-2025-26533, upgrade to Moodle versions 4.1.16, 4.3.10, 4.4.6, or 4.5.2, depending on your current version.

3

What kind of attack can CVE-2025-26533 enable?

CVE-2025-26533 can enable attackers to perform SQL injection attacks, compromising the security of the underlying database.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2025-26533?

CVE-2025-26533 affects Moodle versions prior to 4.1.16, 4.3.10, 4.4.6, and 4.5.2.

5

Where can I check for updates regarding CVE-2025-26533?

You can check for updates and discussions about CVE-2025-26533 on the official Moodle forums.

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