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Windows Live Writer 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.
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Windows Live Writer: common questions
Does Windows Live Writer have known vulnerabilities?
Yes. VulnCrest Radar lists 1 known vulnerability in Windows Live Writer: 1 medium. At least one is not fixed in the latest version.
How do I check which version of Windows Live Writer 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 Windows Live Writer vulnerability?
CVE-2025-32480, published Apr 9, 2025: Windows Live Writer <= 0.1 - Cross-Site Request Forgery to Stored Cross-Site Scripting. Severity: Medium (CVSS 6.1).
Is any Windows Live Writer vulnerability listed in CISA KEV?
No. None of the known Windows Live Writer vulnerabilities is currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.