Understanding Vulnerabilities in WordPress Plugins
Every week, we highlight known vulnerabilities in WordPress plugins. This information helps you stay informed about potential risks and take appropriate action to protect your website. By addressing these vulnerabilities, you ensure the safety and integrity of your WordPress site and its data.
Plugin: JetBackup – WP Backup, Migrate & Restore
Vulnerability: Authenticated Arbitrary File Upload
Patched Version: 1.6.0
Recommended Action: Update to version 1.6.0, or a newer patched version
Plugin: WordPress Mega Menu – QuadMenu
Vulnerability: Arbitrary File Creation
Patched Version: 2.0.7
Recommended Action: Update to version 2.0.7, or a newer patched version
Plugin: Testimonial Rotator
Vulnerability: Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
Patched Version: No patched version available
Recommended Action: No known patch available. Please review the vulnerability’s details in depth and employ mitigations based on your organization’s risk tolerance. It may be best to uninstall the affected software and find a replacement.
Plugin: Advanced Order Export For WooCommerce
Vulnerability: Cross-Site Scripting
Patched Version: 3.1.8
Recommended Action: Update to version 3.1.8, or a newer patched version
Plugin: Web-Stat Analytics – Free Real-Time Web Analytics
Vulnerability: API Key Disclosure
Patched Version: 1.4.1
Recommended Action: Update to version 1.4.1, or a newer patched version
Plugin: Photo Gallery by 10Web – Mobile-Friendly Image Gallery
Vulnerability: Cross-Site Scripting
Patched Version: 1.5.69
Recommended Action: Update to version 1.5.69, or a newer patched version
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