What the vulnerability does
01Description
Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation ('Cross-site Scripting') vulnerability in Spencer Haws Link Whisper Free link-whisper allows Reflected XSS.This issue affects Link Whisper Free: from n/a through <= 0.8.8.
Explanation of Vulnerability in Simple Terms
02Summary
Link Whisper Free versions up to 0.8.8 contain a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into web pages. The vulnerability requires user interaction—typically clicking a crafted link—and can affect other users viewing the compromised content. The impact includes unauthorized data access, content modification, and potential service disruption.
What an attacker can do
03Attacker Capabilities
Inject malicious scripts that execute in other users' browsers when they visit affected pages.
Potential impact on your site
04Site Impact
Attackers can steal user data, modify site content, or redirect visitors without your knowledge or consent.
Conditions required to exploit
05Prerequisites
No authentication required. Victim must click a malicious link or visit an attacker-controlled page.
Key dates
06Disclosure timeline
January 8, 2026
CVE published
April 28, 2026
Record updated