CVE-2026-18197
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.27%
Last modified
CVE-2026-18197 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper neutralization of input during web page generation ('cross-site scripting') vulnerability in Link Library allows Cross-Site Scripting (XSS). This issue affects Link Library: before 7.9.4.. EPSS estimates a 0.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper neutralization of input during web page generation ('cross-site scripting') vulnerability in Link Library allows Cross-Site Scripting (XSS). This issue affects Link Library: before 7.9.4.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ylefebvre | Link Library | < 7.9.4 |
References
- https://tenable.com/security/research/tra-2026-52Third Party Advisory
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/link-library/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-18197?
Improper neutralization of input during web page generation ('cross-site scripting') vulnerability in Link Library allows Cross-Site Scripting (XSS).
This issue affects Link Library: before 7.9.4.
How severe is CVE-2026-18197?
CVE-2026-18197 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-18197?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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