CVE-2013-4301: Infoleak
includes/resourceloader/ResourceLoaderContext.php in MediaWiki 1.19.x before 1.19.8, 1.20.x before 1.20.7, and 1.21.x before 1.21.2 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a "<" (open angle bracket) character in the lang parameter to w/load.php, which reveals the installation path in an error message.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-4301?
CVE-2013-4301 has been rated as high severity due to its potential for exposing sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4301?
To fix CVE-2013-4301, upgrade MediaWiki to version 1.19.8, 1.20.7, or 1.21.2 or later.
What versions of MediaWiki are affected by CVE-2013-4301?
CVE-2013-4301 affects MediaWiki versions 1.19.0 to 1.19.7, 1.20.0 to 1.20.6, and 1.21.0 to 1.21.1.
What kind of attacks does CVE-2013-4301 allow?
CVE-2013-4301 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information from the server.
What are the consequences of CVE-2013-4301?
The consequences of CVE-2013-4301 include potential exposure of installation paths, which could lead to further exploitation.