Description:

CVE-2024-5348 is a Local File Inclusion (LFI) vulnerability in the Elements For Elementor plugin for WordPress. It allows authenticated attackers with Contributor-level access or higher to include and execute arbitrary files on the server, potentially leading to sensitive data exposure, access control bypass, or code execution.

Key Insights:

• High Severity: The CVSS score of 8.8 indicates a high severity vulnerability, requiring immediate attention.
• SVRS of 30: The SOCRadar Vulnerability Risk Score (SVRS) of 30 suggests a moderate risk, highlighting the need for proactive monitoring and mitigation.
• Authenticated Attackers: The vulnerability can be exploited by authenticated attackers with Contributor-level access or higher, making it accessible to a wide range of potential attackers.

Mitigation Strategies:

• Update Plugin: Update the Elements For Elementor plugin to version 2.2 or later to address the vulnerability.
• Restrict Access: Limit access to the plugin's vulnerable attributes to only authorized users with a higher level of privilege.
• Monitor Logs: Monitor server logs for any suspicious activity or attempts to exploit the vulnerability.
• Implement Web Application Firewall (WAF): Configure a WAF to block malicious requests that attempt to exploit the LFI vulnerability.

Additional Information:

• Threat Actors/APT Groups: No specific threat actors or APT groups have been identified as actively exploiting this vulnerability.
• Exploit Status: Active exploits have not been published.
• CISA Warnings: The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has not issued a warning for this vulnerability.
• In the Wild: The vulnerability is not known to be actively exploited in the wild.

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