What is the severity of CVE-2023-41955?

CVE-2023-41955 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.

How do I fix CVE-2023-41955?

To mitigate CVE-2023-41955, update the WPDeveloper Essential Addons for Elementor plugin to version 5.9 or later immediately.

Who is affected by CVE-2023-41955?

CVE-2023-41955 affects users of the Essential Addons for Elementor plugin versions up to 5.8.8.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-41955?

CVE-2023-41955 is an Improper Privilege Management vulnerability allowing privilege escalation.

Can CVE-2023-41955 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2023-41955 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users with minimal privileges.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2023-41955

high

8.8

CWE

269

17/5/2024

2/8/2024

CVE-2023-41955: WordPress Essential Addons for Elementor plugin <= 5.8.8 - Contributor+ Privilege Escalation vulnerability

First published: Fri May 17 2024(Updated: )

Improper Privilege Management vulnerability in WPDeveloper Essential Addons for Elementor allows Privilege Escalation.This issue affects Essential Addons for Elementor: from n/a through 5.8.8.

Credit: audit@patchstack.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Essential Addons for Elementor	<=5.8.8
WordPress Essential Addons for Elementor	<=5.8.8

Remedy

Update to 5.8.9 or a higher version.

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Reference Links

https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/essential-addons-for-elementor-lite/wordpress-essential-addons-for-elementor-plugin-5-8-8-contributor-privilege-escalation-vulnerability?_s_id=cve

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-41955?
CVE-2023-41955 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2023-41955?
To mitigate CVE-2023-41955, update the WPDeveloper Essential Addons for Elementor plugin to version 5.9 or later immediately.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-41955?
CVE-2023-41955 affects users of the Essential Addons for Elementor plugin versions up to 5.8.8.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-41955?
CVE-2023-41955 is an Improper Privilege Management vulnerability allowing privilege escalation.
Can CVE-2023-41955 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2023-41955 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users with minimal privileges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-41955?
CVE-2023-41955 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation.
How do I fix CVE-2023-41955?
To mitigate CVE-2023-41955, update the WPDeveloper Essential Addons for Elementor plugin to version 5.9 or later immediately.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-41955?
CVE-2023-41955 affects users of the Essential Addons for Elementor plugin versions up to 5.8.8.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-41955?
CVE-2023-41955 is an Improper Privilege Management vulnerability allowing privilege escalation.
Can CVE-2023-41955 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2023-41955 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users with minimal privileges.