CVE-2025-48247

WordPress Shortlinks by Pretty Links <= 3.6.15 - Broken Access Control Vulnerability

Description

Missing Authorization vulnerability in Blair Williams Shortlinks by Pretty Links allows Exploiting Incorrectly Configured Access Control Security Levels. This issue affects Shortlinks by Pretty Links: from n/a through 3.6.15.

Remediation

Solution:

  • Update the WordPress Shortlinks by Pretty Links plugin to the latest available version (at least 3.6.16).

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Affected: Blair Williams Shortlinks by Pretty Links
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://patchstack.com/database/wordpress/plugin/pretty-link/vulnerability/wordpress-shortlinks-by-pretty-links-3-6-15-broken-access-control-vulnerability?_s_id=cve vdb entry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-48247?
CVE-2025-48247 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-48247?
To fix CVE-2025-48247: Update the WordPress Shortlinks by Pretty Links plugin to the latest available version (at least 3.6.16).
Is CVE-2025-48247 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-48247 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2025-48247?
CVE-2025-48247 affects Blair Williams Shortlinks by Pretty Links.
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