CVE-2026-65517: WordPress Easy PayPal Buy Now Button plugin <= 2.0.4 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability

Published Aug 6, 2026
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Updated

Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in Easy PayPal Buy Now Button <= 2.0.4 versions.

Affected Software

1 affected component
WordPress Easy PayPal Buy Now Button Plugin<=2.0.4

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade WordPress Easy PayPal Buy Now Button plugin to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.0.5

Event History

Aug 6, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:27 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-65517?

CVE-2026-65517 has a high severity rating of 7.1 due to its potential impact on site security.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-65517?

To fix CVE-2026-65517, update the Easy PayPal Buy Now Button plugin to version 2.0.5 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-65517?

CVE-2026-65517 is classified as a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting the Easy PayPal Buy Now Button plugin.

4

Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-65517?

CVE-2026-65517 affects versions of the Easy PayPal Buy Now Button plugin up to and including 2.0.4.

5

Is CVE-2026-65517 an authenticated or unauthenticated vulnerability?

CVE-2026-65517 is an unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability, meaning it can be exploited without user authentication.

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