CVE-2024-5666: Extensions for Elementor <= 2.0.30 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via url Parameter
The Extensions for Elementor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘url’ parameter within the EE Button widget in all versions up to, and including, 2.0.30 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.
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-5666?
CVE-2024-5666 is considered high severity due to its potential impact on user data and site integrity.
How do I fix CVE-2024-5666?
To fix CVE-2024-5666, update the Extensions for Elementor plugin to version 2.0.31 or later.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-5666?
CVE-2024-5666 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2024-5666?
Users of all versions of the Extensions for Elementor plugin up to and including 2.0.30 are affected by CVE-2024-5666.
What causes CVE-2024-5666?
CVE-2024-5666 is caused by insufficient input sanitization and output escaping in the EE Button widget's 'url' parameter.