CVE-2014-3966: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2014-3966: Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Special:PasswordReset in MediaWiki before 1.19.16, 1.21.x befor...

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in Special:PasswordReset in MediaWiki before 1.19.16, 1.21.x before 1.21.10, and 1.22.x before 1.22.7, when wgRawHtml is enabled, allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via an invalid username.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 10:57 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an XSS issue in MediaWiki's password reset page. In affected versions, if wgRawHtml is enabled, an attacker could submit an invalid username that is rendered as script or HTML. The main business risk is compromise of users visiting the page on an exposed wiki, especially administrators. Exposure is limited to MediaWiki deployments in the affected version ranges with wgRawHtml enabled. Internet-facing wikis and public password reset workflows are the most relevant assets to check. Treat as a moderate priority for any public or administrator-used MediaWiki instance. Prioritize quickly if wgRawHtml is enabled, because XSS can support account takeover or session theft in the right user context. Mitigation focus: Upgrade MediaWiki to 1.19.16, 1.21.10, 1.22.7, or a later supported release.; Disable wgRawHtml unless there is a documented operational requirement.; Apply vendor or distribution security updates for packaged MediaWiki installations..

Prepared: Jun 14, 2026, 14:16 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 6, 2014, 14:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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