Link Redirect Tracking Issue in ThirstyAffiliates Plugin by WordPress
CVE-2026-97314

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Key Information:

Vendor

WordPress
Status
Thirstyaffiliates
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 October 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-97314?

The ThirstyAffiliates plugin for WordPress versions prior to 3.12.1 contains a vulnerability in its link redirect tracking handler. This flaw allows unauthenticated users to bypass security controls, leading to the exposure of unpublished affiliate link URLs. Additionally, the lack of proper validation enables attackers to manipulate click statistics, potentially compromising the integrity of marketing data.

Affected Version(s)

ThirstyAffiliates 0 < 3.12.1

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.

CVE-2026-97314 - Proof of Concept

References

https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/37e0a31e-39cc-4035-ae27-...
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Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Usama Arshad
WPScan
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