MediaWiki ExpandTemplates extension Multiple Vulnerabilities - Jan15

Summary
This host is installed with ExpandTemplates extension for MediaWiki is prone to multiple vulnerabilities.
Impact
Successful exploitation will allow remote attacker to execute arbitrary script code in a user's browser session within the trust relationship between their browser and the server. Impact Level: Application
Solution
Upgrade to ExpandTemplates version 1.24.1 or later. For updates refer to http://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Extension:ExpandTemplates
Insight
Multiple flaws exist when'$wgRawHtml' is set to true. - Input passed via 'wpInput' parameter in the script is not validated before returning it to users.
Affected
ExpandTemplates version before 1.24 extension for MediaWiki.
Detection
Send a crafted HTTP POST request and check whether it is able to read cookie or not.
References