PatchTheCVECVE-2022-2600: The Auto-hyperlink URLs WordPress plugin through 5.4.1 does not set rel="noopener noreferer" on generated link
CVE-2022-2600 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.4) affecting auto-hyperlink urls. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The Auto-hyperlink URLs WordPress plugin through 5.4.1 does not set rel="noopener noreferer" on generated links, which can lead to Tab Nabbing by giving the target site access to the source tab through the window.opener DOM object.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.4 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.6% (top 50%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-1022 |
| Published | 2022-08-22 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2022-2600?
auto-hyperlink urls: upgrade to newer than 5.4.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2022-2600 being exploited?
CVE-2022-2600 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2022-2600 affect?
CVE-2022-2600 affects auto-hyperlink urls. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.4). The Auto-hyperlink URLs WordPress plugin through 5.4.1 does not set rel="noopener noreferer" on generated links, which can lead to Tab Nabbing by giving the target site access to the source tab through the window.opener DOM object.
How urgent is CVE-2022-2600?
Priority 36/100. Public exploit reference