CVE-2025-2889: Link Library <= 7.7.3 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Link Additional Parameters

Published Apr 4, 2025
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Updated

The Link Library plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the Link Additional Parameters in all versions up to, and including, 7.7.3 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Contributor-level access and above, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Link Library Link Library<=7.7.3
WordPress WordPress Plugin: Link Library<=7.7.3

Event History

Apr 4, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:22 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:22 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Apr 5, 2025
Data Sourced
via NVD·12:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-2889?

CVE-2025-2889 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for Stored Cross-Site Scripting attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-2889?

To fix CVE-2025-2889, update the Link Library plugin to the latest version beyond 7.7.3.

3

What are the implications of CVE-2025-2889?

The implications of CVE-2025-2889 include the risk of authenticated attackers executing malicious scripts on affected WordPress sites.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2025-2889?

CVE-2025-2889 affects all versions of the Link Library plugin for WordPress up to and including version 7.7.3.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-2889?

CVE-2025-2889 is a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability caused by insufficient input sanitization and output escaping.

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