CVE-2026-45436: WordPress WPBakery Page Builder plugin <= 8.7.2 - Broken Access Control vulnerability

Published Jun 17, 2026
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Updated

Subscriber Broken Access Control in WPBakery Page Builder <= 8.7.2 versions.

Affected Software

1 affected component
wpbakery WPBakery Page Builder<=8.7.2

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade WordPress WPBakery Page Builder plugin to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 8.7.3

Event History

Jun 17, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:51 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:51 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:20 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-45436?

The severity of CVE-2026-45436 is classified as medium with a score of 6.5.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-45436?

To fix CVE-2026-45436, update the WPBakery Page Builder plugin to version 8.7.3 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-45436?

CVE-2026-45436 is a Broken Access Control vulnerability that affects subscribers in WPBakery Page Builder.

4

Which versions of WPBakery Page Builder are affected by CVE-2026-45436?

CVE-2026-45436 affects all versions of WPBakery Page Builder up to and including version 8.7.2.

5

What impact does CVE-2026-45436 have on users?

CVE-2026-45436 can allow unauthorized access for subscribers to perform actions not intended for their role on the site.

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