CVE-2024-2042: ElementsKit Elementor addons <= 3.0.5 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Image Accordion Widget
The ElementsKit Elementor addons plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the Image Accordion widget in all versions up to, and including, 3.0.5 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-2024-2042?
CVE-2024-2042 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-2042?
To fix CVE-2024-2042, update the ElementsKit Elementor addons plugin to version 3.0.6 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-2042?
CVE-2024-2042 affects users of the ElementsKit Elementor addons plugin for WordPress in versions up to and including 3.0.5.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-2042?
CVE-2024-2042 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability that arises from insufficient input sanitization.
Can unauthenticated users exploit CVE-2024-2042?
No, CVE-2024-2042 can only be exploited by authenticated attackers with contributor-level access.