CVE-2024-2803: ElementsKit Elementor addons <= 3.0.7 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Countdown Widget
The ElementsKit Elementor addons plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the countdown widget in all versions up to, and including, 3.0.6 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. 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-2024-2803?
CVE-2024-2803 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting.
How does CVE-2024-2803 affect WordPress users?
CVE-2024-2803 affects WordPress users by allowing authenticated attackers to inject malicious scripts through the countdown widget.
How do I fix CVE-2024-2803?
To fix CVE-2024-2803, update the ElementsKit Elementor addons plugin to version 3.1.0 or later.
Which versions of the ElementsKit Elementor addons are affected by CVE-2024-2803?
CVE-2024-2803 affects all versions of the ElementsKit Elementor addons plugin up to and including version 3.0.6.
Is manual input sanitization necessary for plugins like ElementsKit after CVE-2024-2803?
Yes, manual input sanitization is essential for plugins like ElementsKit to avoid vulnerabilities such as CVE-2024-2803.