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CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
What the vulnerability does
The Elementor Addon Elements plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in all versions up to, and including, 1.12.12 via the render function. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor access or higher, to include the contents of arbitrary PHP files on the server, which may expose sensitive information.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
Addon Elements for Elementor versions up to 1.12.12 contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows authenticated users to read arbitrary files from the server. An attacker with low-level site access can bypass directory restrictions and access sensitive files outside the intended scope. This affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the site.
What an attacker can do
Read arbitrary files from the server, including configuration files and database credentials.
Potential impact on your site
Sensitive files like wp-config.php and database backups could be exposed to low-privilege users.
Conditions required to exploit
Attacker must have a low-privilege user account on the site (subscriber or contributor level).
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