CVE-2024-2491: PowerPack Addons for Elementor <= 2.7.17 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via *_html_tag*

Published Mar 30, 2024
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Updated

The PowerPack Addons for Elementor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the htmltag attribute of multiple widgets in all versions up to, and including, 2.7.17 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.

Affected Software

1 affected component
IdeaBox Powerpack Addons For Elementor Wordpress<2.7.18

Event History

Mar 30, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:37 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:37 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-2491?

CVE-2024-2491 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-2491?

To mitigate CVE-2024-2491, update the PowerPack Addons for Elementor plugin to version 2.7.18 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-2491?

CVE-2024-2491 affects all versions of the PowerPack Addons for Elementor plugin up to and including 2.7.17.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-2491?

CVE-2024-2491 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts.

5

Can CVE-2024-2491 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2024-2491 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users with the ability to use the vulnerable widgets.

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