CVE-2022-42985
MEDIUMCVSS 4.8/10EPSS 0.36%
Last modified
CVE-2022-42985 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4.8/10 on the CVSS scale. The ScratchLogin extension through 1.1 for MediaWiki does not escape verification failure messages, which allows users with administrator privileges to perform cross-site scripting (XSS).. EPSS estimates a 0.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The ScratchLogin extension through 1.1 for MediaWiki does not escape verification failure messages, which allows users with administrator privileges to perform cross-site scripting (XSS).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Scratch-Wiki | Scratch Login | <= 1.1 |
References
- https://github.com/InternationalScratchWiki/mediawiki-scratch-login/pull/22Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/InternationalScratchWiki/mediawiki-scratch-login/pull/22Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-42985?
The ScratchLogin extension through 1.1 for MediaWiki does not escape verification failure messages, which allows users with administrator privileges to perform cross-site scripting (XSS).
How severe is CVE-2022-42985?
CVE-2022-42985 has a CVSS score of 4.8/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2022-42985?
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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