CVE-2024-1559: Link Library <= 7.6 - Unauthenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting

Published Feb 20, 2024
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Updated

The Link Library plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the 'llreciprocal' parameter in all versions up to, and including, 7.6 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.

Affected Software

2 affected components
WordPress Link Library<=7.6
Ylefebvre Link Library Wordpress<7.6.1

Event History

Feb 20, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:20 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:20 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-1559?

CVE-2024-1559 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for stored cross-site scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-1559?

To fix CVE-2024-1559, update the Link Library plugin to version 7.7 or later, where the vulnerability has been addressed.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-1559?

CVE-2024-1559 affects all versions of the Link Library plugin for WordPress up to and including version 7.6.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-1559?

CVE-2024-1559 is a stored cross-site scripting vulnerability caused by insufficient input sanitization and output escaping.

5

Can unauthenticated users exploit CVE-2024-1559?

Yes, unauthenticated attackers can exploit CVE-2024-1559 to inject arbitrary web scripts.

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