BetterLinks – Link Shortener, Link Cloaking, Redirects, Affiliate Link Manager & MCP vulnerabilities
Plugin slug betterlinks · 4 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2026-08-24 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 3.1.1 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
0 of 4 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in BetterLinks – Link Shortener, Link Cloaking, Redirects, Affiliate Link Manager & MCP
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium 4.3 | <= 3.1.0 | 3.1.1 | CVE-2026-19801 | 2026-08-24 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.9 | <= 2.1.7 | 2.1.8 | CVE-2024-51672 | 2024-11-01 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.5 | <= 1.6.0 | 1.6.1 | CVE-2023-45104 | 2023-10-18 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.4 | < 1.2.6 | 1.2.6 | CVE-2021-24812 | 2021-10-20 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the BetterLinks – Link Shortener, Link Cloaking, Redirects, Affiliate Link Manager & MCP plugin safe to use?
All 4 known issues are fixed in current versions (3.1.1 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of BetterLinks – Link Shortener, Link Cloaking, Redirects, Affiliate Link Manager & MCP my site runs?
In WordPress go to Plugins > Installed Plugins. From the outside, the free PluginPeek scan below reads the version from the site's public files.
How do I fix a vulnerable plugin?
Make a full backup, then update it from Dashboard > Updates and check the site afterwards. If you would rather not, we can do it for a fixed $99, paid after you have checked the site.