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CVE-2012-5481: Moodle 2.3.x before 2.3.3 allows remote authenticated users to bypass the moodle/role:manage capability req...

Moodle 2.3.x before 2.3.3 allows remote authenticated users to bypass the moodle/role:manage capability requirement and read all capability data by visiting the Check Permissions page.

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CVE-2012-5481 is an access-control flaw in Moodle 2.3.x before 2.3.3. A logged-in remote user could view capability data they should not be allowed to manage. This is mainly a confidentiality and role-mapping issue, not evidence of code execution or system takeover. Exposure is limited to organizations still running Moodle 2.3.x before 2.3.3 with authenticated user access. Internet-facing learning portals increase discoverability, but the source bundle does not identify unauthenticated impact. Prioritize if any legacy Moodle 2.3.x system remains online. The business risk is exposure of internal permission structure to authenticated users, which can aid further misuse. Modern, supported Moodle deployments are unlikely to be affected. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Moodle 2.3.x installations to Moodle 2.3.3 or later.; Check Moodle security guidance linked in the advisory references.; Restrict accounts and roles that can access administrative permission views..

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