Security readout for executives and security teams
This is an old Moodle Portfolio plugin flaw where a logged-in user could upload a file and get it executed by abusing the Portfolio API callback path. For an exposed legacy Moodle site, that could turn a normal authenticated account into server-side code execution risk. Exposure is most likely on legacy Moodle installations in the named 2.1, 2.2, or 2.3 branches where the Portfolio plugin is present and reachable by authenticated users. Current supported Moodle deployments are unlikely to be affected if upgraded past the fixed releases. Treat affected internet-facing or broadly accessible Moodle systems as high priority. The issue is old, but the impact is serious because authenticated users may be able to execute uploaded files. Prioritize finding and upgrading any legacy Moodle deployments. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Moodle 2.1.x to 2.1.9 or later in that branch.; Upgrade Moodle 2.2.x to 2.2.6 or later in that branch.; Upgrade Moodle 2.3.x to 2.3.3 or later in that branch..
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- https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=216159CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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