CVE-2012-5471: Moodle/moodle Moodle Allows Unauthenticated Dropbox Access Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-mpjx-8phj-5m34
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CWE-287
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2012-5471 is a MODERATE moodle allows unauthenticated dropbox access vulnerability (CWE-287: Improper Authentication) affecting Moodle/moodle libraries in the Packagist ecosystem. The issue involves moodle allows unauthenticated dropbox access. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 2.3.3, 2.2.6, 2.1.9.

CVE-2012-5471 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2012-5471
GHSA Identifier GHSA-mpjx-8phj-5m34
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-287: Improper Authentication
Affected Product Moodle/moodle
Package Ecosystem Packagist
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2012-5471

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Moodle/moodle dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

moodle/moodle fixed: 2.3.3 
Upgrade moodle/moodle to 2.3.3
moodle/moodle fixed: 2.2.6 
Upgrade moodle/moodle to 2.2.6
moodle/moodle fixed: 2.1.9 
Upgrade moodle/moodle to 2.1.9
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

inspect dependencies for moodle/moodle

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your application is affected by CVE-2012-5471, inspect your project dependencies for Moodle/moodle:

inspect dependencies for moodle/moodle

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Moodle/moodle in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 2.3.3), your application is affected.

Note: Verify declared build manifests and deployed runtime container environments.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-287: Improper Authentication, where when an actor claims to have a given identity, the product does not prove or insufficiently proves that the claim is correct. In Moodle/moodle, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

The Dropbox Repository File Picker in Moodle 2.1.x before 2.1.9, 2.2.x before 2.2.6, and 2.3.x before 2.3.3 allows remote authenticated users to access the Dropbox of a different user by leveraging an unattended workstation after a logout.

CVE-2012-5471 Affected Moodle/moodle Versions

3 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
2.3.32.2.62.1.9
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
moodle/moodle
 Packagist
≥ 2.3
< 2.3.3
2.3.3
moodle/moodle
 Packagist
≥ 2.2
< 2.2.6
2.2.6
moodle/moodle
 Packagist
≥ 2.1
< 2.1.9
2.1.9

References

NVD — CVE-2012-5471 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2012-5471
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/moodle/moodle/commit/8eb614d4bb4a80ed51520bca528530914082136f
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/moodle/moodle/commit/a3433213a1a2346c145e004ab1dc08b58279f910
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/moodle/moodle/commit/c62a20c42b96f0195c4de075e5c58a4e7d381428
Security Fix Commit FIX COMMIT
https://github.com/moodle/moodle/commit/cd029574b699c74e55fa287f0b4db45d2dcf9fde
Moodle/moodle Source Repository REPOSITORY
https://github.com/moodle/moodle
moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.p... WEB
https://moodle.org/mod/forum/discuss.php?d=216155
Moodle/moodle Security Information SECURITY
https://web.archive.org/web/20121202030020/http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/56505
git.moodle.org/gw WEB
http://git.moodle.org/gw?p=moodle.git&a=search&h=HEAD&st=commit&s=MDL-29872
Moodle/moodle Security Information SECURITY
http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/11/19/1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-5471?
CVE-2012-5471 is a security vulnerability in Moodle/moodle involving Moodle Allows Unauthenticated Dropbox Access under CWE-287: Improper Authentication.
Which Moodle/moodle versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 2.3.3, 2.2.6, 2.1.9 across affected packages: moodle/moodle.
What version fixes CVE-2012-5471?
Upgrading to 2.3.3, 2.2.6, 2.1.9 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is moodle/moodle affected?
Yes, moodle/moodle is affected in releases prior to 2.3.3, 2.2.6, 2.1.9. Upgrade your dependency to 2.3.3, 2.2.6, 2.1.9 or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2012-5471?
CVE-2012-5471 is classified under CWE-287: Improper Authentication (When an actor claims to have a given identity, the product does not prove or insufficiently proves that the claim is correct.).
How can I check Packagist dependencies for CVE-2012-5471?
Run the dependency tree command: 'inspect dependencies for moodle/moodle'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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