CVE-2024-13868: Easy Broken Link Checker <= 9.0.2 - Reflected XSS

Published Mar 6, 2025
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Updated

The URL Shortener | Conversion Tracking | AB Testing | WooCommerce WordPress plugin through 9.0.2 does not sanitise and escape a parameter before outputting it back in the page, leading to a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting which could be used against high privilege users such as admin.

Affected Software

3 affected components
EasyBrokenLinkChecker Easy Broken Link Checker<=9.0.2
The URL Shortener WooCommerce WordPress plugin<=9.0.2
Tahminajannat Url Shortener \| Conversion Tracking \| Ab Testing \| Woocommerce Wordpress<=9.0.2

Event History

Mar 6, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-13868?

CVE-2024-13868 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for Reflected Cross-Site Scripting attacks targeting high privilege users.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-13868?

To fix CVE-2024-13868, update The URL Shortener WooCommerce WordPress plugin to version 9.0.3 or later, which includes security fixes.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-13868?

CVE-2024-13868 is a Reflected Cross-Site Scripting vulnerability caused by improper sanitization and escaping of output parameters.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2024-13868?

CVE-2024-13868 affects users of The URL Shortener WooCommerce WordPress plugin versions up to 9.0.2, particularly those with high privilege roles.

5

Can CVE-2024-13868 lead to account compromise?

Yes, CVE-2024-13868 can lead to account compromise, particularly for high privilege users, if exploited through malicious scripts.

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