CVE-2024-23172: XSS
First published: Fri Jan 12 2024(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in the CheckUser extension in MediaWiki before 1.35.14, 1.36.x through 1.39.x before 1.39.6, and 1.40.x before 1.40.2. XSS can occur via message definitions. e.g., in SpecialCheckUserLog.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MediaWiki | <1.35.14 | |
| MediaWiki | >=1.36.0<1.39.6 | |
| MediaWiki | >=1.40.0<1.40.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-23172?
CVE-2024-23172 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for XSS attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-23172?
To fix CVE-2024-23172, upgrade your MediaWiki installation to version 1.35.14 or later, or to 1.39.6 or later if using versions 1.36.x or 1.40.x.
What versions of MediaWiki are affected by CVE-2024-23172?
CVE-2024-23172 affects MediaWiki versions prior to 1.35.14, between 1.36.0 and 1.39.6, and between 1.40.0 and 1.40.2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-23172?
CVE-2024-23172 is classified as a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-23172 if I cannot upgrade?
There is no official workaround for CVE-2024-23172, so upgrading to a patched version is strongly recommended.
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