WordPress plugin
BuddyPress Instant Chat security & vulnerabilities
Unpatched vulnerability in the latest version
At least one vulnerability affects the latest version and no fix has been released. Deactivate the plugin or restrict access to the affected feature until the vendor ships a patch.
- Critical0
- High1
- Medium0
- Low0
All BuddyPress Instant Chat vulnerabilities
| Severity | Vulnerability | CVE | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| High7.2 | Unauthenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting ≤1.6No patch available | CVE-2026-87764 |
- High7.2Unauthenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting
≤1.6No patch available
BuddyPress Instant Chat: common questions
Does BuddyPress Instant Chat have known vulnerabilities?
Yes. VulnCrest Radar lists 1 known vulnerability in BuddyPress Instant Chat: 1 high. At least one is not fixed in the latest version.
How do I check which version of BuddyPress Instant Chat I run?
In wp-admin open Plugins → Installed Plugins; the version is shown under the name. Without admin access, our passive Check my site tool can often read it from public files.
What is the most recent BuddyPress Instant Chat vulnerability?
CVE-2026-87764, published Oct 9, 2026: BuddyPress Instant Chat <= 1.6 - Unauthenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting. Severity: High (CVSS 7.2).
Is any BuddyPress Instant Chat vulnerability listed in CISA KEV?
No. None of the known BuddyPress Instant Chat vulnerabilities is currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.