WordPress plugin
Links shortcode 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 Links shortcode vulnerabilities
| Severity | Vulnerability | CVE | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medium6.4 | Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting ≤1.8.3No patch available | CVE-2025-62898 |
- Medium6.4Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
≤1.8.3No patch available
Links shortcode: common questions
Does Links shortcode have known vulnerabilities?
Yes. VulnCrest Radar lists 1 known vulnerability in Links shortcode: 1 medium. At least one is not fixed in the latest version.
How do I check which version of Links shortcode 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 Links shortcode vulnerability?
CVE-2025-62898, published Sep 27, 2025: Links shortcode <= 1.8.3 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting. Severity: Medium (CVSS 6.4).
Is any Links shortcode vulnerability listed in CISA KEV?
No. None of the known Links shortcode vulnerabilities is currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.