CVE-2022-1329
HighExploitedPublic exploitThe Elementor Website Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized execution of several AJAX actions due to a missing capability check in the ~/core/app/modules/onboarding/module.php file that make it possible for attackers to modify site data in addition to…
Published Apr 19, 2022 · Updated Feb 7, 2025 · Also known as c2421108-d4b0-480e-a020-95712cdfae8e
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2022-1329 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 8.8 v3.1) affecting Website Builder (Elementor), elementor (wordpress-plugin).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Apr 13, 2022. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including elementor 3.6.3, Website Builder <=3.6.2, Website Builder 3.6.2.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
8.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
93%
Higher than 99.8% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
The Elementor Website Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized execution of several AJAX actions due to a missing capability check in the ~/core/app/modules/onboarding/module.php file that make it possible for attackers to modify site data in addition to uploading malicious files that can be used to obtain remote code execution, in versions 3.6.0 to 3.6.2.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Apr 13, 2022 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
3 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Website BuilderElementor | >= 3.6.0 | 3.6.2 |
| elementorwordpress-plugin | >= 3.6.0 | 3.6.3 |
Patched Releases
elementor
3.6.3
Website Builder
<=3.6.2
Timeline
Added to Industry KEV feed
Apr 13, 2022
Publicly disclosed
Apr 19, 2022
Last updated
Feb 7, 2025
Weakness Type
- CWE-434 Unrestricted Upload of File with Dangerous Type
- CWE-862 Missing Authorization
References
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/c2421108-d4b0-480e-a020-95712cdfae8e?source=api-prod
- advisoryhttps://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/c2421108-d4b0-480e-a020-95712cdfae8e?source=api-scan
- patchhttps://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset/2708766/elementor/trunk/core/app/modules/onboarding/module.php
- exploithttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/168615/WordPress-Elementor-3.6.2-Shell-Upload.html
- exploitMSF wp_plugin_elementor_auth_upload_rce.rb
FAQ
Common Questions.
The Elementor Website Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized execution of several AJAX actions due to a missing capability check in the ~/core/app/modules/onboarding/module.php file that make it possible for attackers to modify site data in addition to uploading malicious files that can be used to…
Affected: Website Builder (Elementor) versions >= 3.6.0; elementor (wordpress-plugin) versions >= 3.6.0. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Apr 13, 2022.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including elementor 3.6.3, Website Builder <=3.6.2, Website Builder 3.6.2.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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