CVE-2024-11180: ElementsKit Elementor addons <= 3.4.7 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
First published: Sat Mar 29 2025(Updated: )
The ElementsKit Elementor addons plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the Countdown Timer Widget ekit_countdown_timer_title parameter in all versions up to, and including, 3.4.7 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ElementsKit | <=3.4.7 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/35969379-e668-4045-8de7-696f196ba5b0?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3190501/elementskit-lite/trunk/widgets/countdown-timer/countdown-timer.php
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/3262976/elementskit-lite/trunk/widgets/init/assets/js/elementor.js
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-11180?
CVE-2024-11180 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-11180?
To fix CVE-2024-11180, update the ElementsKit Elementor addons plugin to version 3.4.8 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2024-11180?
CVE-2024-11180 affects all versions of ElementsKit Elementor addons up to and including version 3.4.7.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2024-11180 facilitate?
CVE-2024-11180 can facilitate stored cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks that may compromise user data.
Which parameter is linked to CVE-2024-11180?
The ekit_countdown_timer_title parameter is linked to CVE-2024-11180 and is vulnerable due to insufficient input sanitization.
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