What the vulnerability does
01Description
The Beaver Builder – WordPress Page Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access and modification of data due to a missing capability check on the 'duplicate_wpml_layout' function in all versions up to, and including, 2.9.4.1. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to update arbitrary posts with the content of other existing posts, potentially exposing private and password-protected content and deleting any content that is not saved in revisions or backups. Posts must have been created with Beaver Builder to be copied or updated.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Beaver Builder Page Builder versions up to 2.9.4.1 fail to properly check user permissions before allowing access to sensitive functions. A logged-in user with low privileges can read and modify content they should not have access to, including other users' data and site settings. Update immediately to a version newer than 2.9.4.1.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Read and modify content and settings they lack permission to access.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Unauthorized users can view and alter private pages, posts, user data, and site configuration.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Attacker must have a low-privilege account on the site (e.g., subscriber or contributor role).
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
December 23, 2025
CVE published
April 8, 2026
Record updated
