CVE-2026-97256
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Editor PHP Object Injection in Page Builder by SiteOrigin

Publication date: 2026-09-30

Last updated on: 2026-09-30

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Editor PHP Object Injection in Page Builder by SiteOrigin <= 2.36.0 versions.

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Published
2026-09-30
Last Modified
2026-09-30
Generated
2026-09-30
AI Q&A
2026-09-30
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-97256
EUVD
EUVD-2026-90215

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Vendor Product Version / Range
siteorigin page_builder to 2.36.0 (inc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-502 The product deserializes untrusted data without sufficiently ensuring that the resulting data will be valid.

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Executive Summary

This is a PHP Object Injection vulnerability in the WordPress Page Builder by SiteOrigin plugin affecting versions 2.36.0 and below. Attackers with Editor or Developer privileges could exploit it to manipulate data processing and execute harmful actions on the server.

Detection Guidance

Detecting this vulnerability requires checking if the SiteOrigin Page Builder plugin version is 2.36.0 or below. Use commands like 'wp plugin list' in WordPress CLI or inspect the plugin files in /wp-content/plugins/siteorigin-panels/ to verify the version.

Impact Analysis

Exploitation could lead to unauthorized server actions, potential data breaches, or site compromise. Attackers might inject malicious objects to execute code, modify files, or escalate privileges, especially in mass campaigns targeting many websites.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the SiteOrigin Page Builder plugin to version 2.36.1 or later. If updating is not possible, apply the mitigation rule provided by Patchstack to block attacks until the update is applied.

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