CVE-2024-13854: Education Addon for Elementor <= 1.3.1 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Insecure Direct Object Reference via naedu_elementor_template Shortcode

Published Feb 19, 2025
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Updated

The Education Addon for Elementor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Insecure Direct Object Reference in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.1 via the naeduelementortemplate shortcode due to missing validation on a user controlled key. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to extract information from posts that are not public, including drafts, password protected, and restricted posts. This applies to posts created with Elementor only.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Education Addon Education Addon for Elementor<=1.3.1
nicheaddons Education Addon Wordpress<=1.3.1

Event History

Feb 19, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:32 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:32 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-13854?

CVE-2024-13854 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized data access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-13854?

To fix CVE-2024-13854, upgrade the Education Addon for Elementor plugin to version 1.3.2 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-13854?

All users of the Education Addon for Elementor plugin for WordPress versions up to and including 1.3.1 are affected by CVE-2024-13854.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-13854?

CVE-2024-13854 is an Insecure Direct Object Reference vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2024-13854 affect website security?

Yes, CVE-2024-13854 can compromise website security by allowing authenticated users to access unauthorized data.

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