CVE-2026-12231: Exclusive Addons for Elementor <= 2.7.9.8 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via 'exad_infobox_image'
The Exclusive Addons for Elementor plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘ exadinfoboximage’ parameter in all versions up to, and including, 2.7.9.8 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-2026-12231?
The severity of CVE-2026-12231 is medium with a score of 6.4.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-12231?
CVE-2026-12231 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2026-12231?
CVE-2026-12231 affects users of the Exclusive Addons for Elementor plugin for WordPress up to version 2.7.9.8.
How do I fix CVE-2026-12231?
To fix CVE-2026-12231, update the Exclusive Addons for Elementor plugin to a version later than 2.7.9.8.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2026-12231?
An authenticated attacker can exploit CVE-2026-12231 by inserting malicious scripts via the 'exad_infobox_image' parameter due to insufficient input sanitization.