CVE-2025-62653: Stored XSS through system messages in PollNY

Published Oct 17, 2025
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation (XSS or 'Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in The Wikimedia Foundation MediaWiki PollNY extension allows Stored XSS.This issue affects MediaWiki PollNY extension: 1.39, 1.43, 1.44.

Affected Software

1 affected component
The Wikimedia Foundation MediaWiki PollNY extension>=1.39<=1.44

Event History

Oct 17, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:23 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:23 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-62653?

CVE-2025-62653 is categorized as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-62653?

To fix CVE-2025-62653, update the MediaWiki PollNY extension to a version higher than 1.44, as this issue affects versions 1.39 to 1.44.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-62653?

CVE-2025-62653 is an improperly handled input vulnerability that leads to stored cross-site scripting (XSS) in the MediaWiki PollNY extension.

4

Which versions of the MediaWiki PollNY extension are affected by CVE-2025-62653?

CVE-2025-62653 affects the MediaWiki PollNY extension versions 1.39, 1.43, and 1.44.

5

What impact does CVE-2025-62653 have on users?

Users vulnerable to CVE-2025-62653 may be exposed to malicious scripts that can steal sensitive data or perform actions on their behalf.

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