CVE-2024-24844 identifies a missing authorization vulnerability (CWE-862) in the PowerPack Pro for Elementor plugin developed by IdeaBox Creations, affecting all versions up to 2.10.6. The vulnerability arises from improperly configured access control mechanisms, which fail to enforce authorization checks on certain sensitive operations within the plugin. This allows unauthenticated remote attackers to invoke these operations without any privileges or user interaction. The vulnerability does not compromise confidentiality or integrity but leads to a high impact on availability, potentially causing denial of service conditions on affected WordPress sites. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.5, reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and an impact limited to availability. No public exploits have been reported yet, but the ease of exploitation and the widespread use of Elementor and its add-ons make this a significant threat. The vulnerability was reserved in January 2024 and published in December 2025, indicating a window for patch development and deployment. Organizations using this plugin should monitor for updates and prepare to apply patches promptly to prevent service disruptions.

For European organizations, the primary impact of CVE-2024-24844 is the potential for denial of service on websites using the vulnerable PowerPack Pro for Elementor plugin. This can disrupt business operations, degrade customer experience, and damage brand reputation, especially for e-commerce, media, and service providers relying on WordPress-based sites. Although the vulnerability does not expose sensitive data or allow unauthorized data modification, the availability impact can lead to operational downtime and financial losses. Given the plugin’s role in enhancing Elementor functionality, affected sites may lose critical features or become partially unusable. The risk is heightened for organizations with limited IT resources or delayed patch management processes. Additionally, attackers could leverage this vulnerability as part of a broader attack chain to distract or exhaust security teams. The absence of known exploits provides a window for proactive mitigation, but the vulnerability’s ease of exploitation necessitates urgent attention.

1. Monitor official IdeaBox Creations channels and trusted vulnerability databases for patch releases addressing CVE-2024-24844 and apply updates immediately upon availability. 2. Until patches are released, restrict access to WordPress administrative interfaces and plugin management endpoints using IP whitelisting, VPNs, or web application firewalls (WAFs) to limit exposure to unauthenticated attackers. 3. Implement strict role-based access controls (RBAC) within WordPress to minimize the attack surface and ensure that only authorized users can perform sensitive operations. 4. Regularly audit installed plugins and remove or disable any unnecessary or outdated plugins to reduce potential vulnerabilities. 5. Employ security plugins that can detect and block suspicious requests targeting known vulnerable endpoints. 6. Conduct periodic security assessments and penetration tests focusing on access control weaknesses in WordPress environments. 7. Maintain comprehensive backups and incident response plans to quickly recover from potential denial of service incidents. 8. Educate site administrators about the risks of missing authorization vulnerabilities and the importance of timely patching.