CVE-2014-3543: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2014-3543: mod/imscp/locallib.php in Moodle through 2.3.11, 2.4.x before 2.4.11, 2.5.x before 2.5.7, 2.6.x before 2.6....

mod/imscp/locallib.php in Moodle through 2.3.11, 2.4.x before 2.4.11, 2.5.x before 2.5.7, 2.6.x before 2.6.4, and 2.7.x before 2.7.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a package with a manifest file containing an XML external entity declaration in conjunction with an entity reference, related to an XML External Entity (XXE) issue affecting IMSCP resources and the IMSCC format.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 10:50 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

Older Moodle versions could let a remote attacker make the platform read local server files through a malicious IMSCP or IMSCC package. The business risk is exposure of sensitive files, including configuration data, if vulnerable Moodle instances still exist. Exposure is most likely on legacy Moodle deployments in the affected version ranges, especially where IMSCP resources or IMSCC package handling are enabled. The supplied sources do not clarify authentication or role requirements. Treat as priority remediation for any remaining legacy Moodle instance. Arbitrary file read can expose credentials or sensitive platform data, but urgency depends on whether affected versions are still deployed. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Moodle to a fixed version: 2.4.11, 2.5.7, 2.6.4, 2.7.1, or later.; For Moodle 2.3.x, check Moodle guidance for supported upgrade paths.; Identify and retire unsupported legacy Moodle deployments..

Prepared: Jun 14, 2026, 07:14 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 29, 2014, 10:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=264264CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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