Vulnerability Description
Semantic MediaWiki from 7.3.0 before 7.3.1 contains a missing authorization vulnerability in the smwtask update task that allows users with edit rights to force semantic updates on arbitrary pages. Attackers can supply a serialized subject parameter for a restricted page to trigger forced reparsing, semantic-store writes, and resource-intensive dependency work.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/SemanticMediaWiki/SemanticMediaWiki/commit/cba0541d1f931e5c54
- https://github.com/SemanticMediaWiki/SemanticMediaWiki/security/advisories/GHSA-
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/semantic-mediawiki-7.3.0-before-7.3.1-missi
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-116879?
CVE-2026-116879 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). Semantic MediaWiki from 7.3.0 before 7.3.1 contains a missing authorization vulnerability in the smwtask update task that allows users with edit rights to force semantic updates on arbitrary pages. At...
How severe is CVE-2026-116879?
CVE-2026-116879 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-116879?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.