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CVE-2026-2481 beaverbuilder CVE debrief
The Beaver Builder Page Builder – Drag and Drop Website Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'settings[js]' parameter in versions up to, and including, 2.10.1.1. This vulnerability is due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping, making it possible for authenticated attackers, with author-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 6.4, indicating a Medium severity level. Users of the Beaver Builder Page Builder – Drag and Drop Website Builder plugin for WordPress, particularly those with author-level access and above, should be aware of this vulnerability and take steps to mitigate it.
- Vendor
- beaverbuilder
- Product
- Beaver Builder Page Builder – Drag and Drop Website Builder
- CVSS
- MEDIUM 6.4
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-04-08
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-07-24
- Advisory published
- 2026-04-08
- Advisory updated
- 2026-07-24
Who should care
Users of the Beaver Builder Page Builder – Drag and Drop Website Builder plugin for WordPress, particularly those with author-level access and above, should be aware of this vulnerability and take steps to mitigate it. This includes reviewing their deployments, planning for updates or mitigations, and implementing compensating controls.
Technical summary
The Beaver Builder Page Builder – Drag and Drop Website Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'settings[js]' parameter in versions up to, and including, 2.10.1.1. This is due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping, making it possible for authenticated attackers, with author-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 6.4, indicating a Medium severity level.
Defensive priority
Medium priority, as the vulnerability requires authenticated access and has a CVSS score of 6.4.
Recommended defensive actions
- Update the Beaver Builder Page Builder plugin to the latest version
- Implement input sanitization and output escaping for the 'settings[js]' parameter
- Monitor for suspicious activity and implement compensating controls
- Consider implementing a web application firewall (WAF) to detect and prevent attacks
- Review compensating controls for exposed systems while remediation is scheduled and verified
- Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets that need extra review
- Track exceptions, retest remediated assets, and close the item only after evidence is documented
Evidence notes
The CVE record was published on 2026-04-08T12:16:21.280Z and last modified on 2026-07-24T20:10:00.147Z. The NVD entry is currently Deferred. The Beaver Builder Page Builder – Drag and Drop Website Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'settings[js]' parameter in versions up to, and including, 2.10.1.1 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This vulnerability requires authenticated access and has a CVSS score of 6.4, indicating a Medium severity level. Users should verify their deployments and plan for updates or mitigations.
Official resources
AI-assisted PatchSiren debrief based on the supplied source corpus. The CVE record was published on 2026-04-08T12:16:21.280Z and has not been modified since then. The NVD entry is currently Deferred.