Fatal Error in ConeBlog – Elementor Blog Widgets Plugin

  • Summary:

    Your WordPress website encountered a fatal error caused by the plugin ConeBlog – Elementor Blog Widgets. The issue prevents the site from functioning properly on a specific admin page and affects the Elementor editor.Error Details:

    • Error Location:
      • File: Helper.php
      • Line: 182
    • Cause of the Error:
      • A function (sprintf) in the plugin is designed to handle 7 arguments, but only 1 argument was provided, causing an error.
    • Specific Error Message:Uncaught ArgumentCountError: 7 arguments are required, 1 given in Helper.php on line 182.

    Where the Issue Occurred:

    • The error was triggered on the following admin page:
      • URL: https://theloneamazer.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=2631&action=elementor
    • Affected functionality:
      • The posts-carousel.php file in the ConeBlog plugin attempted to use the problematic function, causing errors within the Elementor editor.

    Environment Details:

    • WordPress Version: 6.7.1
    • PHP Version: 8.2.25
    • Active Theme: GeneratePress (version 3.5.1)

    Suggested Fix:

    1. Function Update:
      • Review and update the Helper.php file, specifically the sprintf function on line 182.
      • Ensure the function is correctly passed all required 7 arguments to prevent the error.
    2. Testing Compatibility:
      • Test the plugin with WordPress 6.7.1 and PHP 8.2.25 to ensure compatibility and resolve any additional issues.
    3. Debugging Assistance:
      • Analyze the interaction between the posts-carousel.php file and the Helper.php file to prevent cascading errors in the Elementor editor.

    Temporary Workaround:

    the issue is urgent and needs an immediate solution:

    1. Activate Recovery Mode:
      • Use the recovery mode link provided in the error email to temporarily access the WordPress dashboard.
    2. Disable the Plugin:
      • Deactivate the ConeBlog plugin until the issue is resolved by the developer.
    3. Contact Support:
      • Provide the details above to the plugin developer for a prompt resolution.

    Notes for the Developer:

    The key error is: Uncaught ArgumentCountError: 7 arguments are required, 1 given in Helper.php on line 182. Please ensure the function handles the required number of arguments correctly.

    • This topic was modified 3 months, 1 week ago by techamazer.

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