CVE-2026-5762: ReportIncident DiscussionTools integration causes slow requests
Allocation of resources without limits or throttling vulnerability in Wikimedia Foundation MediaWiki - ReportIncident Extension allows HTTP DoS. This issue was remediated only on the master branch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-5762?
CVE-2026-5762 is categorized as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to cause HTTP denial of service (DoS) attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2026-5762?
To mitigate CVE-2026-5762, update the MediaWiki ReportIncident extension to the latest version available in the `master` branch.
What impact does CVE-2026-5762 have on the MediaWiki ReportIncident extension?
CVE-2026-5762 can lead to slow HTTP requests by allocating resources without limits, affecting server performance.
Is CVE-2026-5762 present in older versions of MediaWiki?
Yes, CVE-2026-5762 affects previous versions of the MediaWiki ReportIncident extension prior to the fix in the `master` branch.
What environment is affected by CVE-2026-5762?
CVE-2026-5762 specifically affects environments that utilize the Wikimedia Foundation MediaWiki - ReportIncident extension.