CVE-2026-65562: WordPress BetterDocs plugin <= 4.6.2 - Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability
Published Jul 27, 2026
·Updated
Contributor Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in BetterDocs <= 4.6.2 versions.
Affected Software
1 affected component
WordPress BetterDocs<=4.6.2
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
WordPress BetterDocs pluginto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 4.7.0
Event History
Jul 27, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:59 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2026-65562?
The severity of CVE-2026-65562 is classified as medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.
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How do I fix CVE-2026-65562?
To fix CVE-2026-65562, update the BetterDocs plugin to version 4.6.3 or later.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-65562?
CVE-2026-65562 is a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting the BetterDocs plugin.
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Who is affected by CVE-2026-65562?
CVE-2026-65562 affects users of the BetterDocs plugin for WordPress versions 4.6.2 and earlier.
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What can an attacker do with CVE-2026-65562?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2026-65562 to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users, potentially leading to data theft or session hijacking.