CVE-2024-43996

WordPress ElementsKit Pro plugin <= 3.6.0 - Local File Inclusion vulnerability

Description

Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in ElementsKit ElementsKit Pro allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects ElementsKit Pro: from n/a through 3.6.0.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update to 3.6.8 or a higher version.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.12%
Affected: ElementsKit ElementsKit Pro
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/vulnerability/elementskit/wordpress-elementskit-pro-plugin-3-6-0-local-file-inclusion-vulnerability?_s_id=cve vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-43996?
CVE-2024-43996 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-43996?
To fix CVE-2024-43996: Update to 3.6.8 or a higher version.
Is CVE-2024-43996 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-43996 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-43996?
CVE-2024-43996 affects ElementsKit ElementsKit Pro.
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