CVE-2024-23179: XSS
First published: Fri Jan 12 2024(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in the GlobalBlocking extension in MediaWiki before 1.40.2. For a Special:GlobalBlock?uselang=x-xss URI, i18n-based XSS can occur via the parentheses message. This affects subtitle links in buildSubtitleLinks.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MediaWiki | <1.40.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-23179?
CVE-2024-23179 has a moderate severity level due to the potential for exploitation through XSS vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2024-23179?
To fix CVE-2024-23179, update MediaWiki to version 1.40.2 or later.
What specific issue does CVE-2024-23179 address?
CVE-2024-23179 addresses i18n-based XSS vulnerabilities in the GlobalBlocking extension for specific URIs.
Which versions of MediaWiki are affected by CVE-2024-23179?
CVE-2024-23179 affects all MediaWiki versions before 1.40.2.
What component of MediaWiki does CVE-2024-23179 impact?
CVE-2024-23179 impacts the GlobalBlocking extension within MediaWiki.
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