Reflected Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability in Link Library WordPress Plugin
CVE-2026-78393

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Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress

Vendor
CVE Published:
25 September 2026

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๐Ÿ‘พ Exploit Exists๐ŸŸก Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-78393?

The Link Library WordPress plugin prior to version 7.9.6 is vulnerable due to inadequate escaping of certain parameters when generating links for its front-end directory pages. This oversight allows for the exploitation of Reflected Cross-Site Scripting attacks, affecting any visitor to the site, including logged-in administrators. Attackers can craft malicious requests, resulting in JavaScript execution in users' browsers, potentially compromising sensitive information and cookies.

Affected Version(s)

Link Library 0 < 7.9.6

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

References

Timeline

  • ๐ŸŸก

    Public PoC available

  • ๐Ÿ‘พ

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Karthik Ramakrishnan
WPScan
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