CVE-2024-13797: PressMart - Modern Elementor WooCommerce WordPress Theme <= 1.2.16 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary Shortcode Execution
First published: Tue Feb 18 2025(Updated: )
The PressMart - Modern Elementor WooCommerce WordPress Theme theme for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary shortcode execution in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.16. This is due to the software allowing users to execute an action that does not properly validate a value before running do_shortcode. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to execute arbitrary shortcodes.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PressMart Modern Elementor WooCommerce WordPress Theme | <=1.2.16 | |
| WordPress | <1.2.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-13797?
The severity of CVE-2024-13797 is considered high due to its potential to allow arbitrary shortcode execution.
How do I fix CVE-2024-13797?
To resolve CVE-2024-13797, update the PressMart Modern Elementor WooCommerce WordPress Theme to the latest version beyond 1.2.16.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2024-13797?
Risks associated with CVE-2024-13797 include unauthorized access and manipulation of site content through malicious shortcode execution.
Is CVE-2024-13797 present in all versions of the theme?
Yes, CVE-2024-13797 affects all versions of the PressMart Modern Elementor WooCommerce WordPress Theme up to and including 1.2.16.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-13797?
Users of the PressMart Modern Elementor WooCommerce WordPress Theme running versions 1.2.16 or earlier are affected by CVE-2024-13797.
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