CVE-2026-65545
Received Received - Intake

Unauthenticated XSS in AI Engine <= 3.6.8

Publication date: 2026-08-06

Last updated on: 2026-08-06

Assigner: Patchstack

Description
Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) in AI Engine <= 3.6.8 versions.

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Published
2026-08-06
Last Modified
2026-08-06
Generated
2026-08-06
AI Q&A
2026-08-06
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-65545
EUVD
EUVD-2026-53975

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Vendor Product Version / Range
patchstack ai_engine to 3.6.8 (inc)

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CWE ID Description
CWE-79 The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users.

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Executive Summary

This is an Unauthenticated Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting AI Engine plugin versions 3.6.8 and below. It allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages viewed by users. The vulnerability requires a user to interact with a crafted link, page, or form submission to trigger the attack.

Detection Guidance

Detecting this XSS vulnerability requires checking if the AI Engine plugin version 3.6.8 or below is installed on your WordPress site. Inspect plugin files for suspicious scripts in user input fields or pages. Use WordPress admin panel to verify plugin version or check server files for the plugin directory.

Impact Analysis

Attackers could execute harmful actions like redirects or display unwanted advertisements when visitors access the site. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 7.1, indicating moderate danger and potential for exploitation in mass campaigns targeting numerous websites.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update the AI Engine plugin to version 3.6.9 or later. If updating is not possible, apply Patchstack's mitigation rule to block attacks temporarily. Remove or restrict access to untrusted user inputs until the plugin is updated.

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