CVE-2024-2618: Elementor Header & Footer Builder <= 1.6.26 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
First published: Fri May 24 2024(Updated: )
The Elementor Header & Footer Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the size attribute in all versions up to, and including, 1.6.26 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor access or higher, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Elementor Header & Footer Builder | <=1.6.26 | |
| Elementor Header & Footer Builder | <1.6.27 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/a780ce1b-0758-42ef-88e7-ff8d921eca6e?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/header-footer-elementor/tags/1.6.26/inc/widgets-manager/widgets/class-page-title.php#L494
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/header-footer-elementor/tags/1.6.26/inc/widgets-manager/widgets/class-site-title.php#L478
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-2618?
CVE-2024-2618 is a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential forStored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2024-2618?
To fix CVE-2024-2618, update the Elementor Header & Footer Builder plugin to version 1.6.27 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-2618?
CVE-2024-2618 affects all users of the Elementor Header & Footer Builder plugin for WordPress versions 1.6.26 and earlier.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-2618?
CVE-2024-2618 is classified as a Stored Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability.
How can authenticated attackers exploit CVE-2024-2618?
Authenticated attackers can exploit CVE-2024-2618 by injecting malicious scripts through the size attribute due to insufficient input sanitization.
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