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    Avada Builder Plugin Arbitrary WordPress Action Execution Vulnerability

    Published Date: 4/15/2026
    CVE ID: CVE-2026-1509

    Summary

    The Avada (Fusion) Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary WordPress Action Execution, affecting versions up to and including 3.15.1. Authenticated users with Subscriber-level access can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary WordPress action hooks, potentially leading to privilege escalation or other impacts.

    Vulnerability Details

    The vulnerability in the Avada Builder plugin arises from inadequate authorization checks in the `output_action_hook()` function. This function processes user inputs to trigger various WordPress action hooks, but fails to restrict which hooks can be accessed based on user permissions. As a result, any authenticated user with at least Subscriber-level access may exploit these inputs to carry out unauthorized actions. This could lead to several security threats, such as privilege escalation if higher-level privileges are gained, unauthorized file inclusions, or even denial of service if critical functionalities are disrupted. The specific impact of this vulnerability depends on which action hooks are available in the affected WordPress environment. Despite these threats, the current documentation lists the severity as UNKNOWN, which suggests further analysis is needed to accurately assess potential damage and develop a full remediation plan.

    Recommendations

    To mitigate this vulnerability, review and implement proper authorization checks in the `output_action_hook()` function to ensure that only users with appropriate privileges can trigger sensitive action hooks. Employ role-based access controls to restrict access based on user roles and responsibilities. Additionally, consider using a security plugin to monitor and prevent unauthorized actions.

    Available Fixes

    Last Updated: 4/16/2026
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