What the vulnerability does
01Description
Deserialization of Untrusted Data vulnerability in themegusta Smart Sections Theme Builder - WPBakery Page Builder Addon.This issue affects Smart Sections Theme Builder - WPBakery Page Builder Addon: from n/a through 1.7.8.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
The Smart Sections Theme Builder addon for WPBakery Page Builder in versions up to 1.7.8 contains a deserialization vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to run arbitrary code on the site. The vulnerability exists because the addon deserializes untrusted data without proper validation. An attacker can exploit this remotely over the network without needing user interaction or authentication.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Run arbitrary PHP code on the site and take complete control of it.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Complete site compromise: attackers can steal data, modify content, install malware, or take the site offline.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
Network access only; no authentication or user interaction required.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
May 19, 2025
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated