CVE-2024-1393: Elementor Addon Elements <= 1.12.12 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Content Switcher Widget
The Elementor Addon Elements plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'iconalign' attribute of the Content Switcher widget in all versions up to, and including, 1.12.12 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.
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-1393?
CVE-2024-1393 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to potential exploitation leading to stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-1393?
To fix CVE-2024-1393, update the Elementor Addon Elements plugin to version 1.13 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-1393?
Any WordPress site using the Elementor Addon Elements plugin version 1.12.12 or older is affected by CVE-2024-1393.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-1393?
CVE-2024-1393 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
When was CVE-2024-1393 disclosed?
CVE-2024-1393 was disclosed in early 2024, affecting all versions of the plugin before version 1.13.