CVE-2025-62697: Improperly sanitized style parameter in LanguageSelector

Published Oct 20, 2025
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Updated

Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component ('Injection') vulnerability in The Wikimedia Foundation Mediawiki - LanguageSelector Extension allows Code Injection.This issue affects Mediawiki - LanguageSelector Extension: from master before 1.39.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Wikimedia Foundation Mediawiki - LanguageSelector Extension>master, <1.39

Event History

Oct 20, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:27 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-62697?

The severity of CVE-2025-62697 is categorized as a medium-level vulnerability due to potential code injection risks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-62697?

To fix CVE-2025-62697, upgrade the Mediawiki - LanguageSelector Extension to version 1.39 or later.

3

What causes CVE-2025-62697?

CVE-2025-62697 is caused by improper neutralization of special elements in output used by a downstream component, leading to code injection vulnerabilities.

4

Which versions are affected by CVE-2025-62697?

CVE-2025-62697 affects Mediawiki - LanguageSelector Extension from master before version 1.39.

5

Is CVE-2025-62697 a client-side or server-side issue?

CVE-2025-62697 is primarily a server-side vulnerability affecting how the Mediawiki - LanguageSelector Extension processes inputs.

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