CVE-2011-2772

CVE-2011-2772 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Mahara with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.

Key facts

Description

The get_dataroot_image_path function in lib/file.php in Mahara before 1.4.1 does not properly validate uploaded image files, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a (1) large or (2) invalid image.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-2772?
The get_dataroot_image_path function in lib/file.php in Mahara before 1.4.1 does not properly validate uploaded image files, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a (1) large or (2) invalid image.
How severe is CVE-2011-2772?
CVE-2011-2772 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2011-2772 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2011-2772?
CVE-2011-2772 primarily affects Mahara. In total, 72 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2772?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2011-2772 published?
CVE-2011-2772 was published on 2011-11-15 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (72)

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