CVE-2022-2695: Beaver Builder – WordPress Page Builder <= 2.5.5.2 - Authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting via 'caption'
The Beaver Builder – WordPress Page Builder for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'caption' parameter added to images via the media uploader 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 and the ability to upload media files to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
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What is CVE-2022-2695?
CVE-2022-2695 is a vulnerability in the Beaver Builder WordPress Page Builder plugin that allows for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How does CVE-2022-2695 occur?
CVE-2022-2695 occurs due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping in the 'caption' parameter added to images via the media uploader in versions up to, and including, 2.5.5.2 of the Beaver Builder plugin.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-2695?
The severity of CVE-2022-2695 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.4.
How can I fix CVE-2022-2695?
To fix CVE-2022-2695, update the Beaver Builder WordPress Page Builder plugin to version 2.5.5.3 or higher.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-2695?
More information about CVE-2022-2695 can be found at the following references: [Reference 1](https://www.wordfence.com/vulnerability-advisories/#CVE-2022-2695), [Reference 2](https://www.wpbeaverbuilder.com/change-logs/).