CVE-2023-3550: Stored XSS leads to privilege escalation in MediaWiki v1.40.0

Published Sep 25, 2023
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Updated

Mediawiki v1.40.0 does not validate namespaces used in XML files.

Therefore, if the instance administrator allows XML file uploads,

a remote attacker with a low-privileged user account can use this

exploit to become an administrator by sending a malicious link to

the instance administrator.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
debian/mediawiki<=1:1.31.16-1+deb10u2, <=1:1.35.11-1~deb11u1
1:1.31.16-1+deb10u71:1.35.13-1~deb11u11:1.39.5-1~deb12u11:1.39.5-1
MediaWiki MediaWiki=1.40.0
Debian Debian Linux=10.0
Debian Debian Linux=11.0

Event History

Sep 25, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:20 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:20 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2023-3550.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2023-3550?

CVE-2023-3550 has a severity level of critical (9).

3

How does CVE-2023-3550 impact Mediawiki v1.40.0?

CVE-2023-3550 allows a remote attacker with a low-privileged user account to become an administrator by sending a malicious link to the instance administrator.

4

How can I fix CVE-2023-3550 in Mediawiki v1.40.0?

To fix CVE-2023-3550 in Mediawiki v1.40.0, you should apply the latest security patch provided by Mediawiki.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-3550?

You can find more information about CVE-2023-3550 in the following references: - Fluid Attacks Advisory: [https://fluidattacks.com/advisories/blondie/](https://fluidattacks.com/advisories/blondie/) - Mediawiki Documentation: [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/MediaWiki/](https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/MediaWiki/)

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