CVE-2026-4782
Avada Builder <= 3.15.2 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Arbitrary File Read via 'custom_svg' Shortcode Parameter
Description
The Avada Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Read in all versions up to, and including, 3.15.2 via the 'fusion_get_svg_from_file' function with the 'custom_svg' parameter of the 'fusion_section_separator' shortcode. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information. The vulnerability was partially patched in version 3.15.2 and fully patched in version 3.15.3.
INFO
Published Date :
May 13, 2026, 1:01 p.m.
Last Modified :
May 13, 2026, 2:43 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | MITRE-CVE | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update Avada Builder plugin to the latest version.
- Apply version 3.15.3 or a later release.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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CVE-2026-4782.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://themeforest.net/item/avada-responsive-multipurpose-theme/2833226 | |
| https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/86346be9-7ca6-49b7-83b2-01a335d48c94?source=cve |
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
May. 13, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description The Avada Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Read in all versions up to, and including, 3.15.2 via the 'fusion_get_svg_from_file' function with the 'custom_svg' parameter of the 'fusion_section_separator' shortcode. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Subscriber-level access and above, to read the contents of arbitrary files on the server, which can contain sensitive information. The vulnerability was partially patched in version 3.15.2 and fully patched in version 3.15.3. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N Added CWE CWE-36 Added Reference https://themeforest.net/item/avada-responsive-multipurpose-theme/2833226 Added Reference https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/86346be9-7ca6-49b7-83b2-01a335d48c94?source=cve