CVE-2024-40600: XSS
Published Jul 6, 2024
·Updated
An issue was discovered in the Metrolook skin for MediaWiki through 1.42.1. There is stored XSS via MediaWiki:Sidebar top-level menu entries.
Affected Software
1 affected component
MediaWiki MediaWiki<=1.42.1
Event History
Jul 6, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Jul 7, 2024
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-40600?
CVE-2024-40600 has a moderate severity level due to the potential for stored XSS attacks.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-40600?
To mitigate CVE-2024-40600, update MediaWiki to version 1.42.2 or later.
3
What versions of MediaWiki are affected by CVE-2024-40600?
CVE-2024-40600 affects MediaWiki versions up to and including 1.42.1.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-40600?
CVE-2024-40600 is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
5
Is the Metrolook skin the only affected skin in CVE-2024-40600?
Yes, the vulnerability is specifically related to the Metrolook skin for MediaWiki.