CVE-2024-28198: openolat XXE — Fix

Description

OpenOlat is an open source web-based e-learning platform for teaching, learning, assessment and communication. By manually manipulating http requests when using the draw.io integration it is possible to read arbitrary files as the configured system user and SSRF. The problem is fixed in version 18.1.6 and 18.2.2. It is advised to upgrade to the latest version of 18.1.x or 18.2.x. Users unable to upgrade may work around this issue by disabling the Draw.io module or the entire REST API which will secure the system.

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CVSS v3.1 Score

4.6

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-611 CWE-611

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
frentix	openolat	< 18.1.6

References

Advisories & Patches

https://github.com/OpenOLAT/OpenOLAT/commit/23e6212e9412c3b099436159b8c8935321c91872 https://github.com/OpenOLAT/OpenOLAT/security/advisories/GHSA-pqvm-h9mg-434c https://github.com/OpenOLAT/OpenOLAT/commit/23e6212e9412c3b099436159b8c8935321c91872 https://github.com/OpenOLAT/OpenOLAT/security/advisories/GHSA-pqvm-h9mg-434c

Other References

https://track.frentix.com/issue/OO-7553/XXE-injection-in-draw.io-endpoint https://track.frentix.com/issue/OO-7553/XXE-injection-in-draw.io-endpoint

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2024-28198? +

OpenOlat is an open source web-based e-learning platform for teaching, learning, assessment and communication. By manually manipulating http requests when using the draw.io integration it is possible to read arbitrary files as the configured system user and SSRF. The problem is fixed in version 18.1.6 and 18.2.2. It is advised to upgrade to the latest version of 18.1.x or 18.2.x. Users unable to upgrade may work around this issue by disabling the Draw.io module or the entire REST API which will secure the system. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 4.6 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2024-28198? +

CVE-2024-28198 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 4.6 out of 10, rated MEDIUM. This is a medium-severity vulnerability that should be remediated as part of regular maintenance.

What products are affected by CVE-2024-28198? +

CVE-2024-28198 affects products from frentix, specifically: openolat. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2024-28198? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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