SB2022071124 - Incorrect authorization in QuizGame extension for MediaWiki



SB2022071124 - Incorrect authorization in QuizGame extension for MediaWiki

Published: July 11, 2022

Security Bulletin ID SB2022071124
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Incorrect authorization (CVE-ID: CVE-2022-29906)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authorization checks

The vulnerability exists due to improper authorization issue in the admin API module. A remote attacker can gain access to the target system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.