CVE-2024-3249: CWE-862 Missing Authorization in wpzita Zita Site Library for Elementor
The Zita Elementor Site Library plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the import_xml_data, xml_data_import, import_option_data, import_widgets, and import_customizer_settings functions in all versions up to, and including, 1.6.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to create pages, update certain options, including WooCommerce page titles and Elementor settings, import widgets, and update the plugin's customizer settings and the WordPress custom CSS. NOTE: This vulnerability was partially fixed in version 1.6.2.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2024-3249 is a missing authorization vulnerability (CWE-862) in the Zita Site Library for Elementor WordPress plugin. The flaw exists because key functions—import_xml_data, xml_data_import, import_option_data, import_widgets, and import_customizer_settings—do not perform proper capability checks. This allows authenticated users with low privileges (subscriber-level and above) to perform unauthorized modifications to site content and settings. The issue affects all versions up to and including 1.6.2, with a partial fix applied in 1.6.2. No complete patch or official fix link is provided in the available data.
Potential Impact
An attacker with subscriber-level access can modify site content and configuration, including creating pages, altering WooCommerce page titles, changing Elementor settings, importing widgets, and updating customizer and CSS settings. This unauthorized modification can affect site integrity and appearance but does not directly impact confidentiality or availability. The CVSS score of 4.3 reflects a medium severity with low attack complexity and no user interaction required.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. The vulnerability was partially fixed in version 1.6.2, so upgrading to the latest plugin version is recommended if a newer version beyond 1.6.2 is available. Until a full fix is confirmed, restrict subscriber-level access and review user permissions carefully to limit exposure. Monitor vendor channels for an official fix or updated security guidance.
CVE-2024-3249: CWE-862 Missing Authorization in wpzita Zita Site Library for Elementor
Description
The Zita Elementor Site Library plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized modification of data due to a missing capability check on the import_xml_data, xml_data_import, import_option_data, import_widgets, and import_customizer_settings functions in all versions up to, and including, 1.6.2. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with subscriber-level access and above, to create pages, update certain options, including WooCommerce page titles and Elementor settings, import widgets, and update the plugin's customizer settings and the WordPress custom CSS. NOTE: This vulnerability was partially fixed in version 1.6.2.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2024-3249 is a missing authorization vulnerability (CWE-862) in the Zita Site Library for Elementor WordPress plugin. The flaw exists because key functions—import_xml_data, xml_data_import, import_option_data, import_widgets, and import_customizer_settings—do not perform proper capability checks. This allows authenticated users with low privileges (subscriber-level and above) to perform unauthorized modifications to site content and settings. The issue affects all versions up to and including 1.6.2, with a partial fix applied in 1.6.2. No complete patch or official fix link is provided in the available data.
Potential Impact
An attacker with subscriber-level access can modify site content and configuration, including creating pages, altering WooCommerce page titles, changing Elementor settings, importing widgets, and updating customizer and CSS settings. This unauthorized modification can affect site integrity and appearance but does not directly impact confidentiality or availability. The CVSS score of 4.3 reflects a medium severity with low attack complexity and no user interaction required.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. The vulnerability was partially fixed in version 1.6.2, so upgrading to the latest plugin version is recommended if a newer version beyond 1.6.2 is available. Until a full fix is confirmed, restrict subscriber-level access and review user permissions carefully to limit exposure. Monitor vendor channels for an official fix or updated security guidance.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.1
- Assigner Short Name
- Wordfence
- Date Reserved
- 2024-04-02T23:57:51.528Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 699f6c90b7ef31ef0b5664c0
Added to database: 2/25/2026, 9:41:36 PM
Last enriched: 4/9/2026, 2:15:04 PM
Last updated: 4/12/2026, 6:09:16 AM
Views: 16
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