CVE-2024-2140: XSS
First published: Sat Mar 30 2024(Updated: )
The Ultimate Addons for Beaver Builder – Lite plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the Advanced Icons widget in all versions up to, and including, 1.5.7 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.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ultimate Addons for Beaver Builder – Lite | <=1.5.7 | |
| Ultimate Addons for Beaver Builder – Lite | <1.5.8 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/a9c6c35f-1095-4897-b4a6-e7b295c187de?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old=3056561%40ultimate-addons-for-beaver-builder-lite&new=3056561%40ultimate-addons-for-beaver-builder-lite&sfp_email=&sfph_mail=#file2
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-2140?
CVE-2024-2140 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2024-2140?
To fix CVE-2024-2140, update the Ultimate Addons for Beaver Builder – Lite plugin to version 1.5.8 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-2140?
CVE-2024-2140 affects all versions of the Ultimate Addons for Beaver Builder – Lite plugin up to and including version 1.5.7.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-2140?
CVE-2024-2140 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability that results from inadequate input sanitization.
Can attackers exploit CVE-2024-2140 remotely?
Yes, authenticated attackers can exploit CVE-2024-2140 to execute malicious scripts in the context of a user’s browser.
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