CVE-2015-8002
UnknownEPSS 1.52%
Last modified
CVE-2015-8002 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The chunked upload API (ApiUpload) in MediaWiki before 1.23.11, 1.24.x before 1.24.4, and 1.25.x before 1.25.3 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (disk consumption) via a file upload using one byte chunks.. EPSS estimates a 1.52% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The chunked upload API (ApiUpload) in MediaWiki before 1.23.11, 1.24.x before 1.24.4, and 1.25.x before 1.25.3 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (disk consumption) via a file upload using one byte chunks.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mediawiki | Mediawiki | <= 1.23.10 |
| Mediawiki | Mediawiki | 1.24.0 |
| Mediawiki | Mediawiki | 1.24.1 |
| Mediawiki | Mediawiki | 1.24.2 |
| Mediawiki | Mediawiki | 1.24.3 |
| Mediawiki | Mediawiki | 1.25.0 |
| Mediawiki | Mediawiki | 1.25.1 |
| Mediawiki | Mediawiki | 1.25.2 |
References
- https://lists.wikimedia.org/pipermail/mediawiki-announce/2015-October/000181.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T91205Vendor Advisory
- https://lists.wikimedia.org/pipermail/mediawiki-announce/2015-October/000181.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T91205Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-8002?
The chunked upload API (ApiUpload) in MediaWiki before 1.23.11, 1.24.x before 1.24.4, and 1.25.x before 1.25.3 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (disk consumption) via a file upload using one byte chunks.
How severe is CVE-2015-8002?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-8002 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.52% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8002?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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