CVE-2026-13707: Session fixation attacks on improperly configured OAuth 1.0a tools

Published Jul 1, 2026
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Updated

Session fixation vulnerability in Wikimedia Foundation OAuth.

This vulnerability is associated with program files src/Backend/MWOAuthServer.Php.

This issue affects OAuth: from through 1.46.0, 1.45.4, 1.44.6, 1.43.9.

Affected Software

5 affected components
src/Backend/MWOAuthServer.Php>=undefined
MediaWiki MediaWiki>=1.43.0<1.43.9
MediaWiki MediaWiki>=1.44.0<1.44.6
MediaWiki MediaWiki>=1.45.0<1.45.4
MediaWiki MediaWiki=1.46.0-rc0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade MWOAuthServer.Php (Wikimedia Foundation OAuth) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.46.0
  2. Upgrade

    Upgrade MWOAuthServer.Php (Wikimedia Foundation OAuth) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.45.4
  3. Upgrade

    Upgrade MWOAuthServer.Php (Wikimedia Foundation OAuth) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.44.6
  4. Upgrade

    Upgrade MWOAuthServer.Php (Wikimedia Foundation OAuth) to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.43.9

Event History

Jul 1, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:32 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:32 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-13707?

The severity of CVE-2026-13707 is rated as low with a CVSS score of 4.0.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-13707?

To fix CVE-2026-13707, ensure proper configuration of OAuth 1.0a tools and update to the patched versions of MediaWiki.

3

What impact can CVE-2026-13707 have on my application?

CVE-2026-13707 can expose applications to session fixation attacks, allowing unauthorized access under certain conditions.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2026-13707?

CVE-2026-13707 affects MediaWiki versions prior to 1.46.0, specifically 1.45.4, 1.44.6, and 1.43.9.

5

Is CVE-2026-13707 specific to any particular software?

Yes, CVE-2026-13707 is specifically related to vulnerabilities in Wikimedia Foundation's OAuth implemented in MediaWiki.

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