CVE-2024-13404: Link Library <= 7.7.2 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting

Published Jan 21, 2025
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Updated

The Link Library plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via the 'searchll' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 7.7.2 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that execute if they can successfully trick a user into performing an action such as clicking on a link.

Affected Software

2 affected components
WordPress Link Library<=7.7.2
Ylefebvre Link Library Wordpress<7.7.3

Event History

Jan 21, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:21 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:21 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-13404?

CVE-2024-13404 has a Medium severity rating due to the potential for reflected cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-13404?

To fix CVE-2024-13404, update the Link Library plugin to version 7.7.3 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-13404?

All versions of the Link Library plugin for WordPress up to and including 7.7.2 are affected by CVE-2024-13404.

4

What kind of attack can be executed using CVE-2024-13404?

CVE-2024-13404 allows unauthenticated attackers to execute reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2024-13404?

No, CVE-2024-13404 can be exploited by unauthenticated attackers, making it particularly dangerous.

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