CVE-2021-38745
CVE-2021-38745 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Chamilo with a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.8. 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-94.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 6.8)
- CVSS v2: 4.6
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (52nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-94
- Affected product: Chamilo
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Chamilo LMS v1.11.14 was discovered to contain a zero click code injection vulnerability which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted plugin. This vulnerability is triggered through user interaction with the attacker's profile page.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2021-38745?
- Chamilo LMS v1.11.14 was discovered to contain a zero click code injection vulnerability which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted plugin. This vulnerability is triggered through user interaction with the attacker's profile page.
- How severe is CVE-2021-38745?
- CVE-2021-38745 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 6.8, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2021-38745 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (52nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2021-38745?
- CVE-2021-38745 affects Chamilo. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2021-38745?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2021-38745 published?
- CVE-2021-38745 was published on 2022-03-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:chamilo:chamilo:1.11.14:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
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