CVE-2025-12782 is an authorization bypass vulnerability classified under CWE-862 affecting the Beaver Builder – WordPress Page Builder plugin, versions up to and including 2.9.4. The root cause lies in the disable() function, which fails to properly verify whether the authenticated user has the necessary permissions to disable the Beaver Builder layout on posts or pages. This flaw allows any authenticated user with contributor-level access or higher to bypass intended authorization controls and disable the Beaver Builder layout on arbitrary content. The impact is primarily on content integrity, as unauthorized users can disrupt page layouts, potentially degrading user experience or causing confusion. The vulnerability does not expose sensitive data or affect system availability. The CVSS v3.1 score is 4.3 (medium severity), reflecting the network attack vector, low complexity, and requirement for privileges but no user interaction. No patches or known exploits have been reported at the time of publication. The vulnerability is significant in environments where multiple users have contributor or higher roles and rely on Beaver Builder for page layout management, especially in multi-author WordPress sites.

For European organizations, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized modification of website layouts and content presentation, undermining the integrity and professionalism of public-facing websites. This could damage brand reputation, confuse or mislead visitors, and potentially impact business operations relying on accurate content display. Although the vulnerability does not compromise confidential data or availability, the ability to alter page layouts without proper authorization could be exploited for misinformation or defacement. Organizations with collaborative content management workflows and multiple contributors are particularly at risk. The impact is more pronounced for sectors where website integrity is critical, such as e-commerce, media, government, and education. Given the widespread use of WordPress and Beaver Builder in Europe, the threat is relevant across many industries and countries.

European organizations should immediately audit user roles and permissions within WordPress to ensure that contributor-level users are trusted and monitored. Restrict contributor access where possible or implement stricter role definitions to limit the ability to modify page layouts. Until an official patch is released, consider disabling or restricting the Beaver Builder plugin's disable() functionality through custom code or security plugins that enforce authorization checks. Employ web application firewalls (WAFs) with rules targeting suspicious requests to the Beaver Builder endpoints. Regularly monitor website content and layout changes for unauthorized modifications. Educate content managers and administrators about the risk and encourage prompt reporting of unexpected layout disruptions. Plan to update Beaver Builder to a patched version once available and subscribe to vendor advisories for timely updates.