CVE-2026-96873
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-96873 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper neutralization of input during web page generation ('cross-site scripting') vulnerability in Mediawiki - CirrusSearch extension allows Reflected XSS. This issue affects Mediawiki - CirrusSearch extension through 1.46.0..
Description
Improper neutralization of input during web page generation ('cross-site scripting') vulnerability in Mediawiki - CirrusSearch extension allows Reflected XSS. This issue affects Mediawiki - CirrusSearch extension through 1.46.0.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| The Wikimedia Foundation | Mediawiki - CirrusSearch Extension | <= 1.46.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-96873?
Improper neutralization of input during web page generation ('cross-site scripting') vulnerability in Mediawiki - CirrusSearch extension allows Reflected XSS.
This issue affects Mediawiki - CirrusSearch extension through 1.46.0.
How severe is CVE-2026-96873?
CVE-2026-96873 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-96873?
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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