CVE-2026-78393
Deferred Deferred - Pending Action

Reflected XSS in Link Library WordPress Plugin

Publication date: 2026-09-25

Last updated on: 2026-09-25

Assigner: WPScan

Description
The Link Library WordPress plugin before 7.9.6 does not properly escape some parameters before outputting them in the addresses of links it generates on its front-end directory pages, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting which could be used against any visitor, including logged-in administrators.

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Published
2026-09-25
Last Modified
2026-09-25
Generated
2026-10-15
AI Q&A
2026-09-25
EPSS Evaluated
2026-10-14
NVD
CVE-2026-78393
EUVD
EUVD-2026-86527

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
link_library link_library to 7.9.6 (exc)

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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

The Link Library WordPress plugin before version 7.9.6 has a reflected Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability. It fails to properly escape certain parameters like 'link_tags' and 'link_price' before using them in generated URLs on front-end directory pages. This allows malicious scripts to be injected and executed in the browser of any visitor, including logged-in administrators.

Detection Guidance

Check the installed version of the Link Library WordPress plugin. If it is below 7.9.6, the system is vulnerable. Use commands like 'wp plugin list' in WordPress CLI or inspect the plugin files directly.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to run malicious scripts in your browser when visiting affected pages. This could lead to theft of session cookies, account takeover, or unauthorized actions on your behalf. Even administrators are at risk, which could compromise the entire WordPress site.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or data breaches, which may violate GDPR (data protection) or HIPAA (health data privacy) requirements. Organizations using the vulnerable plugin may face compliance violations, legal penalties, or reputational damage if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the Link Library plugin to version 7.9.6 or later immediately. If updating is not possible, consider disabling the plugin until a patch is applied.

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