CVE-2020-10534
First published: Thu Mar 12 2020(Updated: )
In the GlobalBlocking extension before 2020-03-10 for MediaWiki through 1.34.0, an issue related to IP range evaluation resulted in blocked users re-gaining escalated privileges. This is related to the case in which an IP address is contained in two ranges, one of which is locally disabled.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MediaWiki | <=1.34.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-10534?
CVE-2020-10534 has a high severity rating due to the potential for blocked users to regain escalated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2020-10534?
You can fix CVE-2020-10534 by updating your MediaWiki installation to version 1.34.1 or later.
What versions of MediaWiki are affected by CVE-2020-10534?
MediaWiki versions up to and including 1.34.0 are affected by CVE-2020-10534.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-10534?
CVE-2020-10534 is a privilege escalation vulnerability related to IP range evaluation.
Can CVE-2020-10534 affect users' security?
Yes, CVE-2020-10534 can compromise user security by allowing unauthorized access to blocked users.
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