August 15, 2026

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CVE-2026-18855NVD

Vulnerability Summary

The Link Library plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the ll_delete_link_fields function in all versions up to, and including, 7.9.4 This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete arbitrary files on the server, which can easily lead to remote code execution when the right file is deleted (such as wp-config.php). Exploitation requires the administrator to have enabled the 'Delete local file on link deletion' plugin option (disabled by default) and to subsequently permanently delete the attacker-submitted link, which is a routine moderation action.
Severity Level
CRITICAL(9.1)
Published Date
Aug 15, 2026
Last Modified
Aug 15, 2026
Exploitation Status
No confirmed exploitation yet
EPSS Score (30-Day)
Data Pending
Root Weakness (CWE)
The software uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory.
CVSS v3.1 Base Metrics
Attack VectorNetwork
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges RequiredNone
User InteractionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh