CVE-2023-47178
CWE-22Published: May 17, 2024· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
Official Description
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in POSIMYTH Innovation The Plus Addons for Elementor Pro allows PHP Local File Inclusion.This issue affects The Plus Addons for Elementor Pro: from n/a through 5.2.8.
Risk Analysis
The Plus Addons for Elementor Pro contains a path traversal vulnerability that allows for local file inclusion. This critical flaw, rated 9.8 on the CVSS scale, allows unauthenticated remote attackers to access sensitive files on the server.
There is no public exploit known for this vulnerability, and it is not listed in the CISA KEV. The flaw is remotely exploitable with low attack complexity.
Update The Plus Addons for Elementor Pro to a version beyond 5.2.8 to prevent unauthorized file access.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2023-47178 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2023-47178 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts