CVE-2021-24891
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 24.01%
Last modified
CVE-2021-24891 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. The Elementor Website Builder WordPress plugin before 3.4.8 does not sanitise or escape user input appended to the DOM via a malicious hash, resulting in a DOM Cross-Site Scripting issue.. EPSS estimates a 24.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Elementor Website Builder WordPress plugin before 3.4.8 does not sanitise or escape user input appended to the DOM via a malicious hash, resulting in a DOM Cross-Site Scripting issue.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Elementor | Website Builder | > 1.5.0, < 3.1.4 |
| Elementor | Website Builder | >= 3.2.0, < 3.4.8 |
References
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/fbed0daa-007d-4f91-8d87-4bca7781de2dExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.jbelamor.com/xss-elementor-lightox.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/fbed0daa-007d-4f91-8d87-4bca7781de2dExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.jbelamor.com/xss-elementor-lightox.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-24891?
The Elementor Website Builder WordPress plugin before 3.4.8 does not sanitise or escape user input appended to the DOM via a malicious hash, resulting in a DOM Cross-Site Scripting issue.
How severe is CVE-2021-24891?
CVE-2021-24891 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 24.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-24891?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-24891?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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