CVE-2015-8627: Medium severity mediawiki vulnerability
MediaWiki before 1.23.12, 1.24.x before 1.24.5, 1.25.x before 1.25.4, and 1.26.x before 1.26.1 do not properly normalize IP addresses containing zero-padded octets, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by using an IP address that was not supposed to have been allowed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8627?
CVE-2015-8627 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to bypass access restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8627?
To address CVE-2015-8627, upgrade to MediaWiki version 1.23.12, 1.24.5, 1.25.4, or 1.26.1 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-8627?
CVE-2015-8627 is a normalization vulnerability affecting IP address processing.
What versions of MediaWiki are affected by CVE-2015-8627?
MediaWiki versions before 1.23.12, 1.24.x before 1.24.5, 1.25.x before 1.25.4, and 1.26.x before 1.26.1 are affected by CVE-2015-8627.
Can CVE-2015-8627 allow unauthorized access?
Yes, CVE-2015-8627 can allow remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions.