Vulnerability Description
The Internal Links Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 3.0.1. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the link deletion functionality in the process_bulk_action() function. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to delete SEO links via a forged request granted they can trick a site administrator into performing an action such as clicking on a link.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/changeset?sfp_email=&sfph_mail=&reponame=&old
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/seo-automated-link-building/
- https://www.wordfence.com/threat-intel/vulnerabilities/id/e0e5e143-c4de-4312-8c8
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-9949?
CVE-2025-9949 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The Internal Links Manager plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery in all versions up to, and including, 3.0.1. This is due to missing or incorrect nonce validation on the lin...
How severe is CVE-2025-9949?
CVE-2025-9949 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-9949?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.