CVE-2011-4297: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2011-4297: comment/lib.php in Moodle 2.0.x before 2.0.4 and 2.1.x before 2.1.1 does not properly restrict comment capa...

comment/lib.php in Moodle 2.0.x before 2.0.4 and 2.1.x before 2.1.1 does not properly restrict comment capabilities, which allows remote attackers to post a comment by leveraging the guest role and operating on a front-page activity.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 00:01 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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A legacy Moodle flaw allowed a guest user to post comments where they should not have been allowed, specifically on front-page activities. The main business risk is unauthorized public content, spam, or reputational issues rather than confirmed system takeover. Exposure appears limited to legacy Moodle 2.0.x and 2.1.x installations before the fixed versions, especially sites with front-page activities and guest access enabled. Treat as a legacy hygiene issue unless affected Moodle versions are still internet-accessible. Prioritize remediation for public learning portals where guest users can interact with front-page activities. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Moodle 2.0.x to 2.0.4 or later.; Upgrade Moodle 2.1.x to 2.1.1 or later.; Review Moodle vendor guidance for supported upgrade paths..

Prepared: Jun 24, 2026, 12:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 16, 2012, 10:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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