CVE-2026-96879
MEDIUMCVSS 6.9/10EPSS 0.25%
Last modified
CVE-2026-96879 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.9/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper removal of sensitive information before storage or transfer vulnerability in Wikimedia Foundation's Mediawiki - FlaggedRevs extension through 1.46.0.. EPSS estimates a 0.25% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper removal of sensitive information before storage or transfer vulnerability in Wikimedia Foundation's Mediawiki - FlaggedRevs 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 - FlaggedRevs extension | <= 1.46.0 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-96879?
Improper removal of sensitive information before storage or transfer vulnerability in Wikimedia Foundation's Mediawiki - FlaggedRevs extension through 1.46.0.
How severe is CVE-2026-96879?
CVE-2026-96879 has a CVSS score of 6.9/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.25% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-96879?
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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