CVE-2026-28146
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Arbitrary File Download in Unlimited Elements For Elementor

Publication date: 2026-08-06

Last updated on: 2026-08-06

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Contributor Arbitrary File Download in Unlimited Elements For Elementor (Free Widgets, Addons, Templates) <= 2.0.14 versions.

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Published
2026-08-06
Last Modified
2026-08-06
Generated
2026-08-06
AI Q&A
2026-08-06
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-28146
EUVD
EUVD-2026-53946

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
unlimited_elements unlimited_elements_for_elementor to 2.0.14 (inc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-22 The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an Arbitrary File Download issue in the WordPress plugin Unlimited Elements For Elementor (Free Widgets, Addons, Templates) affecting versions up to 2.0.14. It allows attackers to download any file from the website, including sensitive files like those with login credentials or backups.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check if your WordPress site is running Unlimited Elements For Elementor plugin version 2.0.14 or lower. You can verify the plugin version via the WordPress admin panel under Plugins or by inspecting the plugin files on the server. Look for unusual file access patterns or unauthorized downloads in server logs.

Impact Analysis

Attackers could exploit this to steal sensitive files such as login credentials, backups, or other confidential data from your website. This could lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, or further attacks on your system.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and confidentiality. Non-compliance may result in legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the Unlimited Elements For Elementor plugin to version 2.0.15 or later. If updating is not possible, apply the Patchstack mitigation rule to block attacks until the update is completed. Remove or disable the plugin if it is not essential to your site.

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