VULNERABILITY INTELLIGENCE

CVE-2016-7919

CVSS score7.5 HIGH
EPSS probability2.25%
CISA KEVNot currently listed
Published2016-10-28
Last modified2026-06-17
CVSS vectorCVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

Description

Moodle 3.1.2 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors, related to a "SQL Injection" issue affecting the Administration panel function in the installation process component. NOTE: the vendor disputes the relevance of this report, noting that "the person who is installing Moodle must know database access credentials and they can access the database directly; there is no need for them to create a SQL injection in one of the installation dialogue fields.

Weakness classification

  • CWE-89: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
  • CWE-200: Exposure of Sensitive Information to an Unauthorized Actor

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