CVE-2022-24819: Unauthenticated User List Retrieval in org.xwiki.platform:xwiki-platform-web-templates

org.xwiki.platform:xwiki-platform-web-templates Updated 02 Oct 2025

Summary

08/04/2022

Disclosed on

CVE-2022-24819

CVE

Yes i

Fix available

Moderate

Severity

5.3

CVSS Score

CVE-2022-24819: Unauthenticated user can retrieve the list of users through uorgsuggest.vm. Affects org.xwiki.platform:xwiki-platform-web-templates across 3 version ranges.

< 12.10.11 >= 13.0.0, < 13.4.4 >= 13.5.0, < 13.9

Fixed in 12.10.11, 13.4.4 or 13.9, depending on the release line you run. How to fix ↓

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Background

org.xwiki.platform:xwiki-platform-web-templates is a Maven package that provides web templates for the XWiki platform. XWiki is an open-source wiki software that allows users to create and collaborate on content. The package is responsible for rendering web pages and handling user interactions. However, a vulnerability has been discovered in versions prior to 12.10.11, 13.4.4, and 13.9-rc-1, which allows unauthenticated users to retrieve a list of users through the uorgsuggest.vm page.

Vulnerability Detail

The vulnerability arises from a flaw in the access control mechanism of the wiki. Even if a guest user does not have the necessary permissions to view pages, they can still access and list documents related to other users of the wiki. This can potentially expose sensitive information, such as user names and other details. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 5.3, indicating a moderate severity level. It has been assigned the identifier CVE-2022-24819.

How To Fix

Fixed versions by release line

The minimum fixed version depends on the release line you run.

< 12.10.11 12.10.11
>= 13.0.0, < 13.4.4 13.4.4
>= 13.5.0, < 13.9 13.9

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Workaround

There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is necessary to apply the provided patches or upgrade to the fixed versions of the package.

Conclusion

The vulnerability in org.xwiki.platform:xwiki-platform-web-templates allows unauthenticated users to retrieve a list of users in the wiki, potentially exposing sensitive information. To mitigate this issue, it is crucial to upgrade to the patched versions of the package or apply the provided patches. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.

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