WordPress plugin
Google+ Link Name security & vulnerabilities
Unpatched vulnerability in the latest version
At least one vulnerability affects the latest version and no fix has been released. Deactivate the plugin or restrict access to the affected feature until the vendor ships a patch.
- Critical0
- High0
- Medium1
- Low0
All Google+ Link Name vulnerabilities
| Severity | Vulnerability | CVE | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medium6.4 | Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcode Attributes ≤1.0No patch available | CVE-2026-8842 |
- Medium6.4Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcode Attributes
≤1.0No patch available
Google+ Link Name: common questions
Does Google+ Link Name have known vulnerabilities?
Yes. VulnCrest Radar lists 1 known vulnerability in Google+ Link Name: 1 medium. At least one is not fixed in the latest version.
How do I check which version of Google+ Link Name I run?
In wp-admin open Plugins → Installed Plugins; the version is shown under the name. Without admin access, our passive Check my site tool can often read it from public files.
What is the most recent Google+ Link Name vulnerability?
CVE-2026-8842, published May 26, 2026: Google+ Link Name <= 1.0 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Shortcode Attributes. Severity: Medium (CVSS 6.4).
Is any Google+ Link Name vulnerability listed in CISA KEV?
No. None of the known Google+ Link Name vulnerabilities is currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.