CVE-2024-40603
CVSS 3.1 Score 4.3 of 10 (medium)
Details
Published Jul 7, 2024
Updated: Jul 9, 2024
CWE ID 352
Summary
CVE-2024-40603 is a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability affecting the ArticleRatings extension for MediaWiki versions up to 1.42.1. This issue enables an attacker to manipulate data through a specially crafted GET request in the Special:ChangeRating function, bypassing the authentication mechanism and potentially leading to unintended modifications. This CSRF flaw poses a significant risk for MediaWiki installations, emphasizing the importance of updating and securing extensions to mitigate cyber threats.
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Affected Products
- Mediawiki
Affected Vendors
- Mediawiki