CVE-2024-40601
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.16%
Last modified
CVE-2024-40601 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in the MediaWikiChat extension for MediaWiki through 1.42.1. CSRF can occur in API modules.. EPSS estimates a 0.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in the MediaWikiChat extension for MediaWiki through 1.42.1. CSRF can occur in API modules.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mediawiki | Mediawiki | <= 1.42.1 |
References
- https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T362588Issue Tracking
- https://phabricator.wikimedia.org/T362588Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-40601?
An issue was discovered in the MediaWikiChat extension for MediaWiki through 1.42.1. CSRF can occur in API modules.
How severe is CVE-2024-40601?
CVE-2024-40601 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-40601?
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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