CVE-2026-24668: Open eClass Broken Access Control Allows Students to Add Content to Course Units

Published Feb 3, 2026
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Updated

The Open eClass platform (formerly known as GUnet eClass) is a complete course management system. Prior to version 4.2, a broken access control vulnerability allows authenticated students to add content to existing course units, an action normally restricted to higher-privileged roles. This issue has been patched in version 4.2.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Open eClass Open eClass<4.2
GUnet Open eClass Platform<4.2

Event History

Feb 3, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:59 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jun 19, 58090
Event
via FIRST·08:36 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-24668?

CVE-2026-24668 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized content access and manipulation.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-24668?

To mitigate CVE-2026-24668, upgrade Open eClass to version 4.2 or later to ensure all access controls are properly enforced.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-24668?

Authenticated students using Open eClass versions prior to 4.2 are affected by CVE-2026-24668.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-24668?

CVE-2026-24668 is categorized as a broken access control vulnerability.

5

What can happen if CVE-2026-24668 is exploited?

Exploitation of CVE-2026-24668 can lead to unauthorized content being added to course units by students.

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