CVE-2024-23176
MEDIUMCVSS 5.4/10EPSS 0.21%
Last modified
CVE-2024-23176 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.4/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in the MassMessage extension in MediaWiki before 1.40.2. For a Special:MassMessage?uselang=x-xss URL, the i18n key massmessage-form-page-help allows XSS.. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in the MassMessage extension in MediaWiki before 1.40.2. For a Special:MassMessage?uselang=x-xss URL, the i18n key massmessage-form-page-help allows XSS.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| MediaWiki | MassMessage | < 1.40.2 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-23176?
An issue was discovered in the MassMessage extension in MediaWiki before 1.40.2. For a Special:MassMessage?uselang=x-xss URL, the i18n key massmessage-form-page-help allows XSS.
How severe is CVE-2024-23176?
CVE-2024-23176 has a CVSS score of 5.4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-23176?
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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