Vulnerability Description
The Beaver Builder – WordPress Page Builder for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'Text Editor' block in versions up to, and including, 2.5.5.2 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers with access to the Beaver Builder editor to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fastlinemedia | Beaver Builder | <= 2.5.5.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://www.wordfence.com/vulnerability-advisories/#CVE-2022-2716Third Party Advisory
- https://www.wpbeaverbuilder.com/change-logs/Release NotesVendor Advisory
- https://www.wordfence.com/vulnerability-advisories/#CVE-2022-2716Third Party Advisory
- https://www.wpbeaverbuilder.com/change-logs/Release NotesVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2022-2716?
CVE-2022-2716 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). The Beaver Builder – WordPress Page Builder for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'Text Editor' block in versions up to, and including, 2.5.5.2 due to insufficient input s...
How severe is CVE-2022-2716?
CVE-2022-2716 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2022-2716?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Fastlinemedia Beaver Builder.