CVE-2025-61649: UserInfoCard: Check that performing user has permission to view log entries for number of past blocks

Published Feb 3, 2026
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Updated

Vulnerability in Wikimedia Foundation CheckUser. This vulnerability is associated with program files src/Services/CheckUserUserInfoCardService.Php.

This issue affects CheckUser: from 7cedd58781d261f110651b6af4f41d2d11ae7309.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Wikimedia Foundation CheckUser>=undefined

Event History

Feb 3, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:17 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:17 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-61649?

CVE-2025-61649 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive log entries.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-61649?

To fix CVE-2025-61649, ensure that the permission checks for viewing past log entries are correctly implemented in the CheckUser service.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2025-61649?

CVE-2025-61649 affects users of the Wikimedia Foundation's CheckUser service who may not have proper permissions to access log entries.

4

What is the impact of CVE-2025-61649?

The impact of CVE-2025-61649 includes potential exposure of sensitive information through unauthorized access to log entries.

5

Is there a patch available for CVE-2025-61649?

As of now, it is recommended to monitor the project's repository for updates on patches related to CVE-2025-61649.

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