CVE-2024-12189: WDesignKit – Elementor & Gutenberg Starter Templates, Patterns, Cloud Workspace & Widget Builder <= 1.2.2 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
First published: Tue Apr 01 2025(Updated: )
The WDesignKit – Elementor & Gutenberg Starter Templates, Patterns, Cloud Workspace & Widget Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via custom widgets in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| WDesignKit Elementor & Gutenberg Starter Templates, Patterns, Cloud Workspace & Widget Builder | <=1.2.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-12189?
CVE-2024-12189 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-12189?
To fix CVE-2024-12189, update the WDesignKit plugin to version 1.2.3 or later, which includes necessary security patches.
What versions of WDesignKit are affected by CVE-2024-12189?
All versions of WDesignKit up to and including 1.2.2 are affected by CVE-2024-12189.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-12189?
CVE-2024-12189 is identified as a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability.
Are there any impacts of CVE-2024-12189 on my website?
If exploited, CVE-2024-12189 could allow attackers to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user's session.
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