CVE-2025-3644: Moodle: ajax section delete does not respect course_can_delete_section()
First published: Tue Apr 15 2025(Updated: )
A flaw was found in Moodle. Additional checks were required to prevent users from deleting course sections they did not have permission to modify.
Credit: patrick@puiterwijk.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Moodle | >=4.5<=4.5.3>=4.4<=4.4.7>=4.3<=4.3.11>=4.1<=4.1.17 | |
| composer/moodle/moodle | >=4.5.0-beta<4.5.4 | 4.5.4 |
| composer/moodle/moodle | >=4.4.0-beta<4.4.8 | 4.4.8 |
| composer/moodle/moodle | >=4.3.0-beta<4.3.12 | 4.3.12 |
| composer/moodle/moodle | <4.1.18 | 4.1.18 |
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Reference Links
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2025-3644
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2359745
- https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=467605
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2025-3644
- https://github.com/search?q=repo%3Amoodle%2Fmoodle+MDL-83994&type=commits
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-cpm7-mv33-jwf8 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-3644?
CVE-2025-3644 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized users to delete course sections.
How do I fix CVE-2025-3644?
To mitigate CVE-2025-3644, ensure that your Moodle installation is updated to version 4.5.4 or higher, which contains the necessary checks.
Which versions of Moodle are affected by CVE-2025-3644?
CVE-2025-3644 affects Moodle versions from 4.1 to 4.5.3 inclusive.
What types of users are impacted by CVE-2025-3644?
CVE-2025-3644 impacts users who may have inadequate permissions that could allow them to delete course sections.
Is CVE-2025-3644 being actively exploited?
As of now, there are no confirmed reports of active exploitation for CVE-2025-3644, but it is recommended to apply the patch promptly.
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