Admin API Reference

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Admin API Reference

This document details the MediaWiki Admin API, designed for automated administrative tasks. This API allows developers to interact with a MediaWiki installation programmatically, performing actions typically done through the web interface. It's crucial to understand that this API requires appropriate user rights and authentication and should be used with extreme caution to avoid unintended consequences. This article is aimed at developers familiar with API concepts and basic scripting. It is *not* a guide to binary options trading itself, but rather a technical document relating to the MediaWiki platform often used to host information *about* such trading. Understanding the API can be useful for developers building tools to manage and moderate content related to financial markets, including binary options.

Overview

The Admin API extends the core MediaWiki API with functionalities specifically for administrators. This includes managing users, protecting pages, deleting revisions, and performing other maintenance tasks. It's distinct from the public API, which is intended for client applications and generally has more restrictions. The Admin API is built on the same foundation as the public API, utilizing the same request format and authentication mechanisms, but with additional capabilities and security considerations. It is often used in conjunction with technical analysis tools to automate data updates on a Wiki.

Authentication

Accessing the Admin API requires a user with administrator privileges. Authentication is typically handled via:

API tokens: The preferred method. Generate an API token for an administrator account and include it in each request. This token acts as a password.
Cookies: Less secure, but possible if you're already logged in as an administrator in a web browser.
HTTP Basic Authentication: Generally discouraged due to security concerns.

It is *strongly* recommended to use API tokens with appropriate permissions, minimizing the potential damage from a compromised token. Secure storage of API tokens is paramount.

Request Format

Admin API requests follow the standard MediaWiki API format. Requests are made via HTTP GET or POST to the `api.php` endpoint. The request includes the following parameters:

action: Set to `admin`.
subaction: Specifies the administrative action to perform (e.g., `userrights`, `protect`, `delete`).
parameters: Action-specific parameters required for the selected subaction.
format: Specifies the response format (e.g., `json`, `xml`). `json` is generally preferred for its readability and ease of parsing.

Example Request (GET):

``` https://yourwiki.com/api.php?action=admin&subaction=userrights&user=ExampleUser&rights=user,edit,create ```

Subactions and Parameters

The following table outlines the available subactions and their associated parameters. This is not an exhaustive list, but covers the most commonly used functionalities.

Admin API Subactions
Subaction	Description	Parameters
userrights	Manage user rights.	user (required): Username. rights (required): Comma-separated list of rights to grant or revoke. add (optional): Boolean, whether to add rights (default). remove (optional): Boolean, whether to remove rights.
protect	Protect a page.	title (required): Page title. protection (required): Protection type (e.g., 'sysop', 'template'). expiry (optional): Expiry timestamp. cascade (optional): Boolean, whether to cascade protection.
unprotect	Remove protection from a page.	title (required): Page title.
delete	Delete a page.	title (required): Page title. reason (optional): Deletion reason. suppress (optional): Boolean, whether to suppress deletion log entry.
blockip	Block an IP address or user.	address (required): IP address or username. duration (required): Block duration (e.g., '1 day', 'infinite'). reason (optional): Block reason.
unblockip	Unblock an IP address or user.	address (required): IP address or username.
log	Retrieve administrative logs.	type (required): Log type (e.g., 'block', 'protect', 'delete'). limit (optional): Maximum number of log entries to return.
usercreate	Create a new user account.	username (required): Username. password (required): Password. realname (optional): Real name. email (optional): Email address.
userreputation	Adjust a user's reputation.	user (required): Username. add (required): Amount to add/subtract (positive or negative). reason (optional): Reason for the adjustment.
categoryrename	Rename a category.	from (required): Current category name. to (required): New category name.

Error Handling

The Admin API returns errors in a standardized format. The response will include a `error` element containing a code and message. Common error codes include:

invalid-parameter: A required parameter is missing or invalid.
permissiondenied: The user does not have sufficient privileges to perform the action.
abusefilter-blocked: The action was blocked by an abuse filter.
badtoken: The API token is invalid or expired.

It's crucial to handle errors gracefully in your scripts, logging them for debugging and providing informative messages to the user. Remember that many administrative actions are logged and can be audited. Proper error handling is vital for maintaining the integrity of the Wiki.

Examples

Example 1: Granting User Rights

This example grants the `edit` and `create` rights to the user "ExampleUser".

``` https://yourwiki.com/api.php?action=admin&subaction=userrights&user=ExampleUser&rights=edit,create&format=json ```

Example 2: Protecting a Page

This example protects the page "Main Page" with sysop protection, expiring in 7 days.

``` https://yourwiki.com/api.php?action=admin&subaction=protect&title=Main_Page&protection=sysop&expiry=20240126T120000Z&format=json ```

Example 3: Deleting a Page

This example deletes the page "Draft:Example Page" with a deletion reason.

``` https://yourwiki.com/api.php?action=admin&subaction=delete&title=Draft:Example_Page&reason=Page_no_longer_needed&format=json ```

Security Considerations

Least Privilege: Use API tokens with the minimum necessary permissions.
Secure Storage: Protect API tokens from unauthorized access.
Input Validation: Validate all input parameters to prevent injection attacks.
Rate Limiting: Implement rate limiting to prevent abuse.
Logging: Log all administrative actions for auditing purposes.
Abuse Filters: Utilize abuse filters to prevent malicious actions.

The Admin API is a powerful tool, and its misuse can have serious consequences. Always prioritize security and exercise caution when using it. Consider the implications of each action before executing it. Regularly review your scripts and configurations to ensure they remain secure.

Advanced Usage

Batch Operations: Combine multiple Admin API calls into a single request using the `multifetch` parameter.
Asynchronous Tasks: Use background jobs or queues to handle long-running administrative tasks.
Custom Scripts: Develop custom scripts to automate complex administrative workflows.
Integration with Other Systems: Integrate the Admin API with other systems, such as monitoring tools and reporting dashboards.

Further Resources

This documentation provides a foundational understanding of the MediaWiki Admin API. For more detailed information and specific use cases, refer to the official MediaWiki documentation and developer resources. Remember to always prioritize security and exercise caution when using the Admin API to maintain the integrity and stability of your MediaWiki installation. This API is particularly useful for managing large amounts of content related to dynamic fields like binary options, where frequent updates and moderation are required.

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