CVE-2025-23079: XSSes in Extension:ArticleFeedbackv5

Published Jan 10, 2025
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Wikimedia Foundation Mediawiki - ArticleFeedbackv5 extension allows Cross-Site Scripting (XSS).This issue affects Mediawiki - ArticleFeedbackv5 extension: from 1.42.X before 1.42.2.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Wikimedia Foundation Mediawiki - ArticleFeedbackv5>=1.42.0, <1.42.2

Event History

Jan 10, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:03 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:03 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-23079?

CVE-2025-23079 has a severity rating that indicates a significant risk of Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-23079?

To fix CVE-2025-23079, update the Mediawiki - ArticleFeedbackv5 extension to version 1.42.3 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2025-23079?

CVE-2025-23079 affects the Mediawiki - ArticleFeedbackv5 extension from versions 1.42.0 to 1.42.2.

4

What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2025-23079?

CVE-2025-23079 is classified as an Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation vulnerability, specifically allowing Cross-Site Scripting (XSS).

5

What impact does CVE-2025-23079 have on security?

CVE-2025-23079 can lead to unauthorized script execution in the context of a user's browser, compromising user data and session integrity.

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