CVE-2026-84022
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Bold Page Builder WordPress Plugin Authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting

Publication date: 2026-09-05

Last updated on: 2026-09-05

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The Bold Page Builder WordPress plugin before 5.9.8 does not sanitise and escape several shortcode attributes before outputting them in HTML attributes, allowing users with the Contributor role and above to inject arbitrary web scripts that execute when a user views the affected page.

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Published
2026-09-05
Last Modified
2026-09-05
Generated
2026-09-05
AI Q&A
2026-09-05
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-84022
EUVD
EUVD-2026-71861

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Vendor Product Version / Range
bold_page_builder plugin to 5.9.8 (exc)

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CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This is a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the Bold Page Builder WordPress plugin affecting versions before 5.9.8. It allows users with the Contributor role or higher to inject malicious scripts into web pages by exploiting unsanitized shortcode attributes. When rendered, these scripts execute for anyone viewing the affected page.

Detection Guidance

Check if your Bold Page Builder plugin version is below 5.9.8. Log in to your WordPress admin panel, go to Plugins, and verify the installed version. If outdated, update immediately.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could steal sensitive data like cookies or session tokens, perform actions on behalf of users, or deface the website. Users viewing compromised pages may unknowingly execute malicious scripts leading to unauthorized access or data breaches.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to data breaches, violating GDPR's data protection requirements or HIPAA's safeguards for protected health information. Organizations may face fines or penalties for failing to protect user data adequately.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the Bold Page Builder plugin to version 5.9.8 or later. If updating is not possible, consider disabling the plugin temporarily until an update is applied.

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