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Elementor CSRF Flaw Lets Attackers Take Over Sites After Admin Clicks Crafted Link
Matched: WordPress
A high-severity CSRF flaw in the Elementor WordPress plugin (CVSS 8.8) allows unauthenticated attackers to create rogue admin accounts and take over sites if an administrator clicks a crafted link. No CVE has been assigned yet. Site owners should update the plugin immediately to protect against exploitation.
New WordPress Click2Shell Flaw Forces Theme Installs, Can Chain to Code Execution
Matched: WordPress
installs a theme, but chained with other vulnerabilities it can lead to remote code execution. The flaw affects logged-in administrators who click a malicious link, triggering an unintended theme installation via the WordPress.org directory. WordPress has released patches addressing this and related issues, and users are urged to update immediately.