CVE-2024-2455: Element Pack - Addon for Elementor Page Builder WordPress Plugin <= 7.9.0 - Authenticated(Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Wrapper Link URL
First published: Thu Aug 01 2024(Updated: )
The Element Pack - Addon for Elementor Page Builder WordPress Plugin plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the widget wrapper link URL in all versions up to, and including, 7.9.0 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. 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.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress Element Pack Pro | <=7.9.0 | |
| Element Pack for Elementor | <=7.9.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-2455?
CVE-2024-2455 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-2455?
To remedy CVE-2024-2455, update the Element Pack Addon for Elementor Page Builder plugin to version 7.9.1 or higher.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-2455?
CVE-2024-2455 affects all versions of the Element Pack Addon for Elementor Page Builder plugin up to and including version 7.9.0.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2024-2455?
CVE-2024-2455 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability caused by inadequate input sanitization.
Who is the vendor associated with CVE-2024-2455?
The vendor associated with CVE-2024-2455 is Element Pack, which develops the Addon for Elementor Page Builder plugin.
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