CVE-2024-1398: Ultimate Bootstrap Elements for Elementor <= 1.3.6 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
The Ultimate Bootstrap Elements for Elementor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘headingtitletag’ and ’headingsubtitletag’ parameters in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.6 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level and above permissions to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-1398?
CVE-2024-1398 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the risk of stored cross-site scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2024-1398?
To fix CVE-2024-1398, update the Ultimate Bootstrap Elements for Elementor plugin to version 1.3.7 or higher.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-1398?
All versions of the Ultimate Bootstrap Elements for Elementor plugin for WordPress up to and including 1.3.6 are affected by CVE-2024-1398.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-1398?
CVE-2024-1398 is categorized as a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
What parameters are exploited in CVE-2024-1398?
CVE-2024-1398 exploits the 'heading_title_tag' and 'heading_sub_title_tag' parameters due to insufficient input sanitization.