CVE-2024-43140 HIGH

CVE-2024-43140: WordPress Ultimate Bootstrap Elements for Elementor plugin <= 1.4.4 - Local File Inclusion vulnerability

Vendor G5Theme
Product Ultimate Bootstrap Elements for Elementor
Weakness CWE-22 · Path traversal
Published August 13, 2024
Last update April 28, 2026

CVSS base score

7.5/10
Attack vector Network
Attack complexity High
Privileges required Low
User interaction None
Confidentiality High
Integrity High

CVSS vector

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

What the vulnerability does

01Description

Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in G5Theme Ultimate Bootstrap Elements for Elementor allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects Ultimate Bootstrap Elements for Elementor: from n/a through 1.4.4.

Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms

02Summary

Ultimate Bootstrap Elements for Elementor versions up to 1.4.4 contain a path traversal vulnerability that allows authenticated attackers to read and write arbitrary files on the server. An attacker with low-level access can bypass file restrictions and access sensitive data or modify site files. This vulnerability requires network access and some technical knowledge to exploit but poses a significant risk to site integrity and confidentiality.

What an attacker can do

03Attacker Capabilities

Read and write arbitrary files on the server, including sensitive configuration and database files.

Potential impact on your site

04Site Impact

Attackers with basic site access can steal database credentials, modify core files, or inject malicious code.

Conditions required to exploit

05Prerequisites

Attacker must have a low-privilege user account on the site; no user interaction required.

Key dates

06Disclosure timeline

August 13, 2024 CVE published
April 28, 2026 Record updated

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