#VU23580 Improper Authentication in Ultimate Addons for Elementor


Published: 2019-12-13

Vulnerability identifier: #VU23580

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-287

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Ultimate Addons for Elementor
Web applications / Modules and components for CMS

Vendor: Brainstorm Force

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass authentication process.

The vulnerability exists due to the lack of checks when logging in via Facebook or Google. A remote attacker who knows the email ID of any user can send a specially crafted request, bypass authentication process and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

Ultimate Addons for Elementor: 1.0.0 beta.1 - 1.20.0


External links
http://www.malcare.com/blog/critical-vulnerability-ultimate-addons-wpastra-elementor-beaver-builder/
http://uaelementor.com/security-update-1201/
http://www.webarxsecurity.com/critical-vulnerability-in-ultimate-add-ons-elementor/


Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.


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