CVE-2024-40601

Summary

CVE-2024-40601 is a newly identified vulnerability affecting the MediaWikiChat extension up to version 1.42.1. This issue permits Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks on API modules within the MediaWiki platform. Successful exploitation could lead to unintended actions being performed on behalf of the victim, potentially resulting in data alteration or unauthorized access. It is essential for MediaWiki users to update their extensions to the latest version to mitigate this risk.

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