CVE-2024-9049: Beaver Builder – WordPress Page Builder <= 2.8.3.6 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored DOM-Based Cross-Site Scripting via Button Group Module
The Beaver Builder – WordPress Page Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the plugin's Button Group module in all versions up to, and including, 2.8.3.6 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.
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What is the severity of CVE-2024-9049?
The severity of CVE-2024-9049 is considered high due to its potential impact on user data integrity through Stored Cross-Site Scripting.
How do I fix CVE-2024-9049?
To fix CVE-2024-9049, update the Beaver Builder plugin to a version newer than 2.8.3.6 where the vulnerability has been resolved.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-9049?
All versions of the Beaver Builder plugin up to and including 2.8.3.6 are affected by CVE-2024-9049.
Is CVE-2024-9049 exploit-related to user input?
Yes, CVE-2024-9049 is related to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping on user supplied attributes.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-9049?
CVE-2024-9049 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.