CVE-2015-8008
UnknownEPSS 2.85%
Last modified
CVE-2015-8008 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The OAuth extension for MediaWiki improperly negotiates a new client token only over Special:OAuth/initiate, which allows attackers to bypass intended IP address access restrictions by making an API request with an existing token.. EPSS estimates a 2.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The OAuth extension for MediaWiki improperly negotiates a new client token only over Special:OAuth/initiate, which allows attackers to bypass intended IP address access restrictions by making an API request with an existing token.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mediawiki | Mediawiki | < 1.25.3 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 21 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 22 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 23 |
References
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-November/170961.htmlIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-November/170979.htmlIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-November/171007.htmlIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/10/29/14Issue Tracking, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77379Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034028Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1273353Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.wikimedia.org/pipermail/mediawiki-announce/2015-October/000182.htmlIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T103022Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-November/170961.htmlIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-November/170979.htmlIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-November/171007.htmlIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/10/29/14Issue Tracking, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/77379Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034028Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1273353Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.wikimedia.org/pipermail/mediawiki-announce/2015-October/000182.htmlIssue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T103022Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2015-8008?
The OAuth extension for MediaWiki improperly negotiates a new client token only over Special:OAuth/initiate, which allows attackers to bypass intended IP address access restrictions by making an API request with an existing token.
How severe is CVE-2015-8008?
Severity scoring for CVE-2015-8008 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8008?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2015-8008?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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