That's the old "moe" system before Magpul created the "standardized" mlok about 10 years ago.
Used to (still do?) make MOE accessories that have tabs that reference off the slot with oval shaped washers with an offset screw hole to attach it.
I still have a few old style. Didn't need to upgrade. It's been a while but if I remember right, it just took a few swipes with a file to flatten/thin moe slots on Magpul plastic to get mlok to fit well.