CWE
862
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2022-29906

First published: Fri Apr 29 2022(Updated: )

The admin API module in the QuizGame extension for MediaWiki through 1.37.2 (before 665e33a68f6fa1167df99c0aa18ed0157cdf9f66) omits a check for the quizadmin user.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Wikimedia MediaWiki<=1.37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2022-29906?

    The severity of CVE-2022-29906 is classified as medium due to the potential unauthorized access to admin functions.

  • How do I fix CVE-2022-29906?

    To fix CVE-2022-29906, upgrade to MediaWiki version 1.37.3 or later where the vulnerability has been patched.

  • Which versions of MediaWiki are affected by CVE-2022-29906?

    CVE-2022-29906 affects MediaWiki versions up to and including 1.37.2.

  • What does CVE-2022-29906 exploit in the QuizGame extension?

    CVE-2022-29906 exploits a lack of user checks in the admin API module of the QuizGame extension.

  • Is my MediaWiki installation safe from CVE-2022-29906 if I am running version 1.37.3 or newer?

    Yes, if you are running MediaWiki version 1.37.3 or newer, your installation is safe from CVE-2022-29906.

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