CVE-2026-61965: WordPress GeekyBot plugin <= 1.2.6 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability
Published Aug 13, 2026
·Updated
Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in GeekyBot <= 1.2.6 versions.
Affected Software
1 affected component
WordPress GeekyBot plugin<=1.2.6
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
WordPress GeekyBot pluginto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.2.7
Event History
Aug 13, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:36 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-61965?
CVE-2026-61965 has a severity rating of 7.1, categorized as high.
2
How do I fix CVE-2026-61965?
To fix CVE-2026-61965, update the GeekyBot plugin to version 1.2.7 or later.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-61965?
CVE-2026-61965 is an unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
4
Which software is affected by CVE-2026-61965?
CVE-2026-61965 affects the WordPress GeekyBot plugin versions up to 1.2.6.
5
When was CVE-2026-61965 published?
CVE-2026-61965 was published on August 13, 2026.