LOW
CVE-2020-36944
CWE-918Published: January 28, 2026· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
3.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
ILIAS Learning Management System 4.3 contains a server-side request forgery vulnerability that allows attackers to read local files through portfolio PDF export functionality. Attackers can inject a script that uses XMLHttpRequest to retrieve local file contents when the portfolio is exported to PDF.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2020-36944 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires low privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.Low
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
ilias1 product(s)
ilias
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (4)
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https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/49148Exploit · Third Party Advisory
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https://www.ilias.de/Product
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https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/ilias-learning-management-system-ssrfThird Party Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2020-36944
CVSS Score3.3 / 10
SeverityLOW
WeaknessCWE-918
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedJan 28, 2026
Related CVEs (CWE-918)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2020-36944 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWatch. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.