CVE-2023-6984: PowerPack Addons for Elementor (Free Widgets, Extensions and Templates) <= 2.7.13 - Cross-Site Request Forgery
The PowerPack Addons for Elementor (Free Widgets, Extensions and Templates) plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 2.7.13. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation in the powerpack-lite-for-elementor/classes/class-pp-admin-settings.php file. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to modify and reset plugin settings via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
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What is the severity of CVE-2023-6984?
CVE-2023-6984 has a medium severity due to its Cross-Site Request Forgery vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2023-6984?
To fix CVE-2023-6984, update the PowerPack Addons for Elementor plugin to version 2.7.14 or later.
Which versions of PowerPack Addons for Elementor are affected by CVE-2023-6984?
CVE-2023-6984 affects all versions of the PowerPack Addons for Elementor up to and including 2.7.13.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-6984?
CVE-2023-6984 is classified as a Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2023-6984 before updating?
There is no known workaround for CVE-2023-6984, so it is recommended to update the plugin as soon as possible.