Improper neutralization of input during web page generation ('cross-site scripting') vulnerability in Mediawiki - Cargo extension allows Reflected… (CVE-2026-96876)
A reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in the Mediawiki Cargo extension up to version 3.9.4 due to improper neutralization of input during web page generation. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to inject malicious scripts that are reflected back to users. No patch or remediation information is currently provided.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The Mediawiki Cargo extension through version 3.9.4 contains a reflected XSS vulnerability caused by improper input neutralization during web page generation. This flaw allows attackers to inject malicious scripts that are reflected back to users, potentially leading to client-side code execution. The vulnerability is identified as CVE-2026-96876 and is classified under CWE-79. No official patch or fix details are available in the provided information.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this reflected XSS vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the affected web application. This may lead to session hijacking, defacement, or other client-side attacks. However, no evidence of active exploitation or known exploits in the wild is reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should consider applying any recommended temporary mitigations from the vendor or limit exposure by restricting untrusted input where possible.
Improper neutralization of input during web page generation ('cross-site scripting') vulnerability in Mediawiki - Cargo extension allows Reflected… (CVE-2026-96876)
Description
A reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in the Mediawiki Cargo extension up to version 3.9.4 due to improper neutralization of input during web page generation. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to inject malicious scripts that are reflected back to users. No patch or remediation information is currently provided.
CVSS v4.0
Affected software
pkg:github/wikimedia/mediawiki-cargoRun on your own infrastructure? Check whether these packages are installed with threat-finder — our free open-source scanner.
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The Mediawiki Cargo extension through version 3.9.4 contains a reflected XSS vulnerability caused by improper input neutralization during web page generation. This flaw allows attackers to inject malicious scripts that are reflected back to users, potentially leading to client-side code execution. The vulnerability is identified as CVE-2026-96876 and is classified under CWE-79. No official patch or fix details are available in the provided information.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this reflected XSS vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary scripts in the context of the affected web application. This may lead to session hijacking, defacement, or other client-side attacks. However, no evidence of active exploitation or known exploits in the wild is reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should consider applying any recommended temporary mitigations from the vendor or limit exposure by restricting untrusted input where possible.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-vhv7-3w94-fpq6
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-96876"]
- Database Specific Severity
- MODERATE
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ab74f65f7a7c54106e14e4d
Added to database: 09/26/2026, 04:51:49 UTC
Last enriched: 09/26/2026, 05:05:55 UTC
Last updated: 09/27/2026, 02:47:33 UTC
Views: 15
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