CVE-2026-114182 in PowerPack Addons Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 10/22/2026
Missing Authorization vulnerability in IdeaBox Creations PowerPack Addons for Elementor powerpack-lite-for-elementor allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels.This issue affects PowerPack Addons for Elementor: from n/a through 3.1.0.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 10/22/2026
The identified security flaw resides within the IdeaBox Creations PowerPack Addons for Elementor, specifically in versions ranging from non-applicable initial releases up to version 3.1.0. This vulnerability is classified as a missing authorization issue, which fundamentally represents an incorrect implementation of access control mechanisms on the server side. In web application architecture, proper authorization ensures that authenticated users can only perform actions and access resources for which they have explicit permission. The flaw in this plugin indicates that certain administrative or sensitive functions are accessible to users with lower privilege levels, such as subscribers or contributors, without requiring adequate verification of their role or permissions. This breakdown in the security model allows attackers who possess valid credentials at a low-privilege level to bypass intended restrictions and execute commands or access data reserved for higher-level administrators.
From a technical perspective, this vulnerability aligns with CWE-284, which describes Improper Access Control. The root cause typically involves insufficient checks on incoming requests before processing them. When an attacker sends a request to the affected endpoint, the application fails to validate whether the user associated with that session has the requisite authority to perform the action. This oversight enables unauthorized state changes or data exposure. In the context of WordPress ecosystems, where plugins often extend core functionality through AJAX handlers and REST API endpoints, such misconfigurations are particularly dangerous because they can be exploited remotely over HTTP without requiring complex interaction patterns beyond a simple crafted request. The vulnerability effectively neutralizes the intended separation of duties between different user roles defined by the CMS platform.
The operational impact of this missing authorization flaw is significant for any website utilizing the affected version of PowerPack Addons. An attacker with even basic access to the site can potentially escalate their privileges, leading to full administrative control over the WordPress installation. This level of compromise allows for a wide range of malicious activities, including defacement of the website, injection of malware or phishing pages into content, theft of sensitive user data stored in the database, and use of the server as part of a botnet. Furthermore, because Elementor is widely used by agencies and freelancers to build complex sites, the compromise of such an installation can lead to broader supply chain risks if client data is exfiltrated or if malicious code is propagated through compromised templates and widgets shared with other projects.
This vulnerability maps directly to several techniques within the MITRE ATT&CK framework for enterprise security. Specifically, it relates to T1078 Valid Accounts, as exploitation requires valid credentials at a low privilege level initially. The subsequent actions enabled by this flaw fall under T1098 Account Manipulation, where attackers modify account permissions or create new administrative accounts to maintain persistent access. Additionally, the ability to execute arbitrary code or change configurations aligns with T1505 Server Software Component, as plugins are integral components of the web server environment that can be abused for unauthorized execution. Understanding these mappings helps security teams identify similar patterns in other applications and prioritize remediation efforts based on the potential for privilege escalation and persistence.
Mitigation strategies must focus on immediate patching and rigorous access control validation. The primary recommendation is to update PowerPack Addons for Elementor to a version later than 3.1.0, where this authorization check has presumably been corrected by the developers. Until an official patch is applied or if no further updates are released, site administrators should implement compensating controls such as Web Application Firewall rules that restrict access to sensitive endpoints based on user roles rather than just URL patterns. It is also critical to enforce strong password policies and multi-factor authentication for all administrative accounts to reduce the likelihood of credential compromise, which serves as the initial vector for this attack. Regular security audits focusing on API endpoint permissions and role-based access control configurations are essential to prevent similar misconfigurations in custom code or other third-party plugins that interact with user sessions.