CVE-2025-1526: DethemeKit for Elementor <= 2.1.9 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
First published: Fri Mar 14 2025(Updated: )
The DethemeKit for Elementor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the De Product Display Widget (countdown feature) in all versions up to, and including, 2.1.9 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.
Credit: security@wordfence.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| DethemeKit for Elementor | <=2.1.9 | |
| Detheme Dethemekit For Elementor | <2.1.10 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/6e01ae00-0d07-4e9a-928e-e10cf679df2e?source=cve
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/dethemekit-for-elementor/trunk/assets/frontend/js/dethemekit-addons.js#L815
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old=3255121%40dethemekit-for-elementor&new=3255121%40dethemekit-for-elementor&sfp_email=&sfph_mail=
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-1526?
CVE-2025-1526 has a medium severity due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2025-1526?
To fix CVE-2025-1526, update the DethemeKit for Elementor plugin to version 2.2.0 or later.
What causes the vulnerability CVE-2025-1526?
CVE-2025-1526 is caused by insufficient input sanitization and output escaping in the De Product Display Widget's countdown feature.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-1526?
All users of the DethemeKit for Elementor plugin in versions up to and including 2.1.9 are affected by CVE-2025-1526.
Can CVE-2025-1526 lead to account compromise?
Yes, CVE-2025-1526 can potentially lead to account compromise through stored cross-site scripting if exploited.
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