CVE-2026-16532: Link Library < 7.9.3 - Unauthenticated SQL Injection via the Front-End Link Submission Form
Published Aug 3, 2026
·Updated
The Link Library WordPress plugin before 7.9.3 does not properly sanitise and escape a user-supplied value before using it in a SQL query, allowing unauthenticated users to perform SQL injection attacks.
Affected Software
1 affected component
WordPress Link Library<7.9.3
Event History
Aug 3, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-16532?
The severity of CVE-2026-16532 is rated as critical with a CVSS score of 9.1.
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How do I fix CVE-2026-16532?
To fix CVE-2026-16532, update the Link Library WordPress plugin to version 7.9.3 or later.
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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-16532?
CVE-2026-16532 is classified as an SQL injection vulnerability.
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Who is affected by CVE-2026-16532?
Users of the Link Library WordPress plugin versions prior to 7.9.3 are affected by CVE-2026-16532.
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Can CVE-2026-16532 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2026-16532 can be exploited remotely by unauthenticated users via the front-end link submission form.