CVE-2025-5286: Bold Builder <= 5.3.6 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via additional_settings Parameter
The Bold Page Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the ‘additionalsettings’ parameter in all versions up to, and including, 5.3.6 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. 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-2025-5286?
CVE-2025-5286 has a high severity due to the potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2025-5286?
To fix CVE-2025-5286, update the Bold Page Builder plugin to version 5.3.7 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2025-5286?
Users of the Bold Page Builder plugin for WordPress, specifically those using versions up to and including 5.3.6, are affected by CVE-2025-5286.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-5286?
CVE-2025-5286 is a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability caused by insufficient input sanitization and output escaping.
Can authenticated attackers exploit CVE-2025-5286?
Yes, authenticated attackers can exploit CVE-2025-5286 to inject malicious scripts via the 'additional_settings' parameter.