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CVE-2026-65930: LimeSurvey 7.0.5 lets admin inject malicious code
CVE-2026-65930 · published 2 months ago
Summary
A logged‑in administrator can place hidden script code in LimeSurvey’s replacement‑fields editor. That code is stored and later runs in the browsers of anyone who views the affected survey, potentially exposing data or taking unwanted actions. Upgrade to a newer LimeSurvey version or apply the vendor’s patch and restrict admin access to trusted users.
What to do
The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| limesurvey | limesurvey | 7.0.5 |
Original advisory text
LimeSurvey Community Edition 7.0.5 - Stored XSS in replacement-fields
LimeSurvey Community Edition 7.0.5 contains an authenticated stored cross-site scripting vulnerability in the replacement-fields dialog used by the administrative question editor.This issue affects LimeSurvey: 7.0.5.
References
- https://fluidattacks.com/es/advisories/payphone Vendor Advisory
- https://github.com/LimeSurvey/LimeSurvey Product
- https://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/tree/main/cves/2026/65xxx/CVE-2026-65930... Vendor Advisory
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-65930 Vendor Advisory
Internet-facing
60 days
Internal
At next upgrade
- Not known to be exploited
- Needs hands-on effort to exploit
- Gives an attacker partial control
Type
CWE-79Cross-site Scripting (XSS)
Timeline
Published26 Aug 2026
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen26 Aug 2026
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