Vulnerability Description
XWiki Platform is a generic wiki platform offering runtime services for applications built on top of it. Any user with view rights on `XWiki.AttachmentSelector` can execute arbitrary Groovy, Python or Velocity code in XWiki leading to full access to the XWiki installation. The root cause is improper escaping in the "Cancel and return to page" button. This page is installed by default. This vulnerability has been patched in XWiki 15.0-rc-1, 14.10.1, 14.4.8, and 13.10.11. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xwiki | Xwiki | < 13.10.11 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/xwiki/xwiki-platform/commit/aca1d677c58563bbe6e35c9e1c29fd8b1Patch
- https://github.com/xwiki/xwiki-platform/security/advisories/GHSA-3989-4c6x-725fExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://jira.xwiki.org/browse/XWIKI-20275ExploitIssue TrackingPatch
- https://github.com/xwiki/xwiki-platform/commit/aca1d677c58563bbe6e35c9e1c29fd8b1Patch
- https://github.com/xwiki/xwiki-platform/security/advisories/GHSA-3989-4c6x-725fExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://jira.xwiki.org/browse/XWIKI-20275ExploitIssue TrackingPatch
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-29516?
CVE-2023-29516 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.9 (CRITICAL). XWiki Platform is a generic wiki platform offering runtime services for applications built on top of it. Any user with view rights on `XWiki.AttachmentSelector` can execute arbitrary Groovy, Python or...
How severe is CVE-2023-29516?
CVE-2023-29516 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.9/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-29516?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xwiki Xwiki.