REDHAT-BUG-2356829: High severity moodle vulnerability

Published Apr 2, 2025
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Updated

On certain Moodle sites, it was possible to retrieve user data, including names, contact information, and hashed passwords, via a stack trace returned by an API call. Sites with PHP configured with zend.exceptionignoreargs = 1 in the php.ini file are not affected by this vulnerability.

Versions affected: 4.5 to 4.5.2 Versions fixed: 4.5.3

Affected Software

1 affected component
Moodle moodle>=4.5<=4.5.2

Event History

Apr 2, 2025
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·07:11 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2356829?

REDHAT-BUG-2356829 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential exposure of sensitive user data.

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2356829?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-2356829, ensure that your PHP configuration has zend.exception_ignore_args set to 1 in the php.ini file.

3

Which versions of Moodle are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2356829?

Moodle versions between 4.5 and 4.5.2 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2356829.

4

What type of user data can be exposed due to REDHAT-BUG-2356829?

User data that can be exposed includes names, contact information, and hashed passwords due to the vulnerability in the API.

5

Are all Moodle sites vulnerable to REDHAT-BUG-2356829?

No, sites with PHP configured with zend.exception_ignore_args = 1 in the php.ini file are not vulnerable to REDHAT-BUG-2356829.

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