CVE-2024-54938 identifies a directory listing vulnerability in Kashipara E-Learning Management System version 1.0. Directory listing occurs when a web server is configured to display the contents of a directory if no default index file is present. In this case, the /admin/uploads directory is exposed, allowing remote attackers to enumerate and access files stored there. This exposure can reveal sensitive administrative files, configuration data, or uploaded content that should remain confidential. The vulnerability requires no authentication (PR:N) and no user interaction (UI:N), and can be exploited remotely over the network (AV:N). The CVSS 3.1 vector indicates a high confidentiality impact (C:H), with no impact on integrity (I:N) or availability (A:N). The weakness is classified under CWE-125 (Out-of-bounds Read), which in this context relates to improper access control allowing directory content enumeration. No patches or fixes have been published yet, and no known exploits are reported in the wild. However, the presence of this vulnerability in an educational management system poses a risk of sensitive data leakage, which could be leveraged for further attacks such as phishing, credential harvesting, or privilege escalation if combined with other vulnerabilities.

The primary impact of this vulnerability is unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information stored within the /admin/uploads directory of the Kashipara E-Learning Management System. This could include administrative documents, user data, or configuration files that may contain credentials or system details. Exposure of such information can facilitate targeted attacks, social engineering, or exploitation of other vulnerabilities. Educational institutions using this platform may suffer reputational damage, regulatory non-compliance, and potential data breaches affecting students and staff. Since the vulnerability does not affect integrity or availability directly, the system’s operational functionality remains intact, but confidentiality is severely compromised. The ease of exploitation without authentication increases the risk, especially in environments exposed to the internet without additional access controls. Organizations worldwide using this software or similar platforms are at risk of data leakage and subsequent attacks.

To mitigate CVE-2024-54938, organizations should immediately disable directory listing on the web server hosting the Kashipara E-Learning Management System, particularly for the /admin/uploads directory. This can be done by configuring the web server (e.g., Apache, Nginx) to deny directory indexing or by placing an index file in the directory. Additionally, access controls should be implemented to restrict access to administrative directories only to authorized users via authentication and authorization mechanisms. If possible, sensitive files should be moved outside the web root or stored securely with proper permissions. Monitoring web server logs for unusual access patterns to /admin/uploads can help detect exploitation attempts. Since no official patch is currently available, these configuration changes are critical. Organizations should also plan to update the software once a vendor patch is released and conduct regular security assessments to identify similar misconfigurations.