CVE-2024-43996: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in ElementsKit ElementsKit Pro
CVE-2024-43996 is a path traversal vulnerability in ElementsKit Pro that allows PHP local file inclusion. It affects versions up to 3. 6. 0. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely with low attack complexity and requires low privileges but no user interaction. The impact is high confidentiality loss but no integrity or availability impact. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available from the vendor. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
ElementsKit Pro contains a CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory vulnerability, enabling PHP local file inclusion. This allows an attacker with low privileges to read sensitive files on the server by manipulating file path inputs. The vulnerability affects ElementsKit Pro versions up to 3.6.0. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.5, reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, and high confidentiality impact. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive files on the affected system, impacting confidentiality. There is no reported impact on integrity or availability. The vulnerability requires low privileges and no user interaction, making it moderately serious but not critical.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, consider restricting access to the affected plugin and limiting file system permissions to reduce exposure. Monitor vendor channels for updates.
CVE-2024-43996: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in ElementsKit ElementsKit Pro
Description
CVE-2024-43996 is a path traversal vulnerability in ElementsKit Pro that allows PHP local file inclusion. It affects versions up to 3. 6. 0. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely with low attack complexity and requires low privileges but no user interaction. The impact is high confidentiality loss but no integrity or availability impact. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available from the vendor. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
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Technical Analysis
ElementsKit Pro contains a CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory vulnerability, enabling PHP local file inclusion. This allows an attacker with low privileges to read sensitive files on the server by manipulating file path inputs. The vulnerability affects ElementsKit Pro versions up to 3.6.0. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 6.5, reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, and high confidentiality impact. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently provided.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive files on the affected system, impacting confidentiality. There is no reported impact on integrity or availability. The vulnerability requires low privileges and no user interaction, making it moderately serious but not critical.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, consider restricting access to the affected plugin and limiting file system permissions to reduce exposure. Monitor vendor channels for updates.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Patchstack
- Date Reserved
- 2024-08-18T21:57:37.333Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 69f165dfcbff5d86104b62eb
Added to database: 4/29/2026, 1:58:55 AM
Last enriched: 4/29/2026, 3:55:34 AM
Last updated: 4/29/2026, 4:27:26 AM
Views: 3
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