CVE-2022-2695 : What You Need to Know

A detailed overview of the CVE-2022-2695 vulnerability affecting Beaver Builder – WordPress Page Builder.

Understanding CVE-2022-2695

This section provides insights into the nature and impact of the vulnerability.

What is CVE-2022-2695?

The Beaver Builder – WordPress Page Builder for WordPress is susceptible to Stored Cross-Site Scripting through the 'caption' parameter in images via the media uploader.

The Impact of CVE-2022-2695

The vulnerability allows authenticated attackers to inject malicious web scripts that execute when users access affected pages.

Technical Details of CVE-2022-2695

Exploring the specifics of the vulnerability to better understand its implications.

Vulnerability Description

Insufficient input sanitization and output escaping in versions up to 2.5.5.2 enable attackers to exploit the 'caption' parameter.

Affected Systems and Versions

Beaver Builder versions equal to or below 2.5.5.2 are vulnerable to this Stored Cross-Site Scripting issue.

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers with Beaver Builder editor access can upload media files to inject arbitrary web scripts.

Mitigation and Prevention

Guidelines to secure systems and prevent exploitation of the CVE-2022-2695 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Ensure Beaver Builder plugin is updated to the latest version to mitigate the risk of exploitation.

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement regular security audits and educate users on safe media file uploading practices.

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security patches released by Beaver Builder to address known vulnerabilities.