CVE-2025-68270: CourseLimitedStaff Role Allows Studio Access
The Open edX Platform is a learning management platform. Prior to commit 05d0d0936daf82c476617257aa6c35f0cd4ca060, CourseLimitedStaffRole users are able to access and edit courses in studio if they are granted the role on an org rather than on a course, and CourseLimitedStaffRole users are able to list courses they have the role on in studio even though they are not meant to have any access on the studio side for the course. Commit 05d0d0936daf82c476617257aa6c35f0cd4ca060 fixes the issue.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-68270?
CVE-2025-68270 has a medium severity rating due to unauthorized access by users with CourseLimitedStaffRole.
How do I fix CVE-2025-68270?
To fix CVE-2025-68270, update the Open edX Platform to the commit 05d0d0936daf82c476617257aa6c35f0cd4ca060 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-68270?
Users with CourseLimitedStaffRole on an organization level are affected by CVE-2025-68270.
What type of access issue does CVE-2025-68270 present?
CVE-2025-68270 allows CourseLimitedStaffRole users to access and edit courses in the studio, which should be restricted.
When was CVE-2025-68270 reported?
CVE-2025-68270 was identified prior to the changes made in commit 05d0d0936daf82c476617257aa6c35f0cd4ca060.