CVE-2022-1329: Elementor Website Builder 3.6.0 - 3.6.2 - Missing Authorization to Remote Code Execution

Published Apr 19, 2022
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Updated

The Elementor Website Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized execution of several AJAX actions due to a missing capability check in the ~/core/app/modules/onboarding/module.php file that make it possible for attackers to modify site data in addition to uploading malicious files that can be used to obtain remote code execution, in versions 3.6.0 to 3.6.2.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Elementor Website Builder WordPress>=3.6.0<=3.6.2

Event History

Apr 19, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-1329?

CVE-2022-1329 is a vulnerability in the Elementor Website Builder plugin for WordPress that allows unauthorized execution of several AJAX actions.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2022-1329?

CVE-2022-1329 has a severity of 8.8 (high).

3

How does CVE-2022-1329 affect the Elementor Website Builder plugin for WordPress?

CVE-2022-1329 allows attackers to modify site data and upload malicious files.

4

Which versions of the Elementor Website Builder plugin for WordPress are affected by CVE-2022-1329?

Versions 3.6.0 to 3.6.2 of the Elementor Website Builder plugin for WordPress are affected by CVE-2022-1329.

5

How can I fix CVE-2022-1329?

To fix CVE-2022-1329, update the Elementor Website Builder plugin for WordPress to version 3.6.3 or higher.

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