CVE-2024-47840: Stored XSS through sidebar in Apex skin

Published Oct 5, 2024
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in The Wikimedia Foundation Mediawiki - Apex skin allows Stored XSS.This issue affects Mediawiki - Apex skin: from 1.39.X before 1.39.9, from 1.41.X before 1.41.3, from 1.42.X before 1.42.2.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Wikimedia Apex>=1.13.0<1.39.9
Wikimedia Apex>=1.41.0<1.41.3
Wikimedia Apex>=1.42.0<1.42.2

Event History

Oct 5, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:53 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:53 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-47840?

CVE-2024-47840 is classified as a serious vulnerability due to its potential for Stored Cross-site Scripting (XSS).

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-47840?

To fix CVE-2024-47840, upgrade to Mediawiki - Apex skin versions 1.39.9, 1.41.3, or 1.42.2 or later.

3

Which versions of Mediawiki - Apex skin are affected by CVE-2024-47840?

CVE-2024-47840 affects Mediawiki - Apex skin versions prior to 1.39.9, 1.41.3, and 1.42.2.

4

What does Cross-site Scripting (XSS) mean in the context of CVE-2024-47840?

In the context of CVE-2024-47840, Cross-site Scripting (XSS) allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by other users.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2024-47840 if exploited?

If exploited, CVE-2024-47840 can allow unauthorized access to user data and execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the victim's browser.

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