Unlimited Elements for Elementor Technology Detection Scanner
This scanner detects the use of Unlimited Elements for Elementor in digital assets. It helps identify the presence of the WordPress plugin by checking for the plugin's readme.txt file.
Short Info
Level
Single Scan
Single Scan
Can be used by
Asset Owner
Estimated Time
10 seconds
Time Interval
2 weeks 23 hours
Scan only one
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Unlimited Elements for Elementor is a popular add-on plugin designed for use with the Elementor page builder in WordPress. It offers a wide range of widgets and design tools to enhance website functionality and aesthetics. The plugin is used by website administrators, designers, and developers aiming to create dynamic content without needing to code. It is commonly deployed in WordPress-powered websites across a range of industries. Due to its popularity, it is often a target for reconnaissance and fingerprinting by attackers. Detecting this plugin can help security teams evaluate exposure and assess risks.
This scanner identifies the presence of the Unlimited Elements for Elementor plugin by looking for its readme.txt file. The detection process does not identify specific vulnerabilities but instead confirms the use of the plugin in the target system. The information gathered may help in vulnerability management and asset inventory. Detecting plugins like these is a common step in reconnaissance and threat modeling. Knowing which plugins are present can assist attackers or defenders in mapping the software stack. Therefore, proactive detection is a useful preventive measure.
The scanner sends an HTTP GET request to the target site, specifically to the `/wp-content/plugins/unlimited-elements-for-elementor/readme.txt` path. It uses regex-based extraction to pull the plugin's version number from the content, if available. The scan compares the extracted version with a predefined latest version list to detect outdated instances. This technique allows for rapid fingerprinting without authentication or admin access. It relies on publicly accessible metadata files commonly left exposed on WordPress installations.
If the plugin is detected, attackers could target it using known vulnerabilities, especially if the detected version is outdated. This could lead to issues like remote code execution, unauthorized access, or site defacement if the plugin has associated vulnerabilities. Even without an active vulnerability, the mere presence of a plugin can reveal information about the site’s architecture. Attackers often use such data for targeted exploitation. Therefore, detection alone increases the digital asset's exposure surface.
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