Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2013-1818 is a MediaWiki file disclosure issue. In versions before 1.20.3, a remote attacker could read arbitrary files through maintenance/mwdoc-filter.php using unspecified vectors. That can expose configuration files, credentials, or sensitive local data if an affected deployment is reachable. Exposure is most likely in legacy MediaWiki installations older than 1.20.3, especially internet-facing systems where the vulnerable maintenance script is accessible. The bundle does not identify affected operating systems, distributions, hosting layouts, or whether packaged vendor builds removed the file. Prioritize remediation for any public, unsupported MediaWiki deployment. The issue is old, but arbitrary file read can expose credentials and accelerate wider compromise. If no legacy MediaWiki remains, business urgency is low after confirming inventory. Mitigation focus: Upgrade MediaWiki instances older than 1.20.3 to 1.20.3 or a supported later release.; Review official MediaWiki release notes and vendor packaging guidance for backported fixes.; Restrict direct web access to maintenance scripts where operationally possible..
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- mediawiki-cve20131818-info-disclosure(88363)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- https://bugzilla.wikimedia.org/show_bug.cgi?id=45355CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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