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WordPress Vulnerability Report – April 5, 2023

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Last Updated on May 25, 2023

This week, the total number of patched and unpatched vulnerabilities is low but still may affect five million+ WordPress sites. There are 55 plugin vulnerabilities and two themes with security patches available, so run those updates if you use these plugins! Additionally, there are 18 plugin vulnerabilities with no patch available yet. At least three of these have been closed and dropped from the wordpress.org plugin directory so far. If you are using any unpatched plugins or themes, check their vendors’ intentions and progress on a security release. If no patch is forthcoming or the vulnerable plugin or theme has been closed, you should consider deactivation and removal in favor of alternative solutions.

  • No new WordPress core vulnerabilities were disclosed this week.

WordPress core is very secure when it’s properly configured and maintained. Vulnerable plugins that have not been updated by site owners are the most common vector for attacks on WordPress websites. Our weekly WordPress Vulnerability Report, powered by Patchstack, covers new WordPress plugin, theme, and core vulnerabilities that have emerged since last week’s report. Our goal is to spread awareness of emerging security threats and help you decide what to do if you are using vulnerable software on your website. For a deeper analysis of recent trends in WordPress vulnerabilities and threat vectors, see our 2022 Annual Vulnerability Report.

WordPress Core News

WordPress 6.2 is the first major release of 2023, with over 900 enhancements and fixes. You’ll notice a reimagined Site Editor, blocks get even better, and new tools and improvements in WordPress 6.2. As always, with a major release like this, ensure your site is backed up with BackupBuddy before updating.

If your WordPress sites have enabled automatic background updates, they should have upgraded to 6.2 automatically. You can download WordPress 6.2 from WordPress.org, or visit your WordPress Dashboard, click “Updates,” and then click the “Update Now” button, which will appear when any core updates are available. For more information, check out the version 6.2 HelpHub documentation page.

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WordPress Plugin Vulnerabilities with Patches

In this section, you’ll find the most recently disclosed WordPress plugin vulnerabilities that have been fixed with a new release from their authors and maintainers. Please apply the updates if you are affected!

These vulnerabilities have been disclosed and scored for their severity thanks to our friends at Patchstack. Each plugin listing includes the type of vulnerability with its CVE number and CVSS severity rating with links to more technical details. You’ll also see the number of active sites using the plugin and the plugin version release that patches the vulnerability. We start with the most popular plugins, which represent the largest target for attackers.

Advanced Custom Fields

Product image for Advanced Custom Fields (ACF).
Plugin Slug
advanced-custom-fields
Installations
2,000,000+
Vulnerability
PHP Object Injection
Patched in Version
6.1.0
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 6.1.0.

Custom Post Type UI

Product image for Custom Post Type UI.
Plugin Slug
custom-post-type-ui
Installations
1,000,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
1.13.5
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 1.13.5.

Happy Addons for Elementor

Product image for Happy Addons for Elementor.
Plugin Slug
happy-elementor-addons
Installations
300,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
3.8.3
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 3.8.3.

Newsletter

Product image for Newsletter – Send awesome emails from WordPress.
Plugin Slug
newsletter
Installations
300,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
7.6.9
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 7.6.9.

Slimstat Analytics

Product image for Slimstat Analytics.
Plugin Slug
wp-slimstat
Installations
100,000+
Vulnerability
SQL Injection
Patched in Version
4.9.3.4
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 4.9.3.4.

WC Fields Factory

Plugin
WC Fields Factory
Plugin Slug
wc-fields-factory
Vulnerability
SQL Injection
Patched in Version
4.1.6
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 4.1.6.

Enhanced WP Contact Form

Plugin
Enhanced WP Contact Form
Plugin Slug
enhanced-wordpress-contactform
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
2.3
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 2.3.

AJAX Search Pro

Plugin
Ajax Search Pro
Plugin Slug
ajax-search-pro
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
4.26.2
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 4.26.2.

AJAX Search Lite

Product image for Ajax Search Lite.
Plugin Slug
ajax-search-lite
Installations
70,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
4.11.1
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 4.11.1.

Simple Author Box

Product image for Simple Author Box.
Plugin Slug
simple-author-box
Installations
60,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
2.51
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 2.51.

Advanced Shipment Tracking for WooCommerce

Product image for Advanced Shipment Tracking for WooCommerce.
Plugin Slug
woo-advanced-shipment-tracking
Installations
60,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
3.5.3
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 3.5.3.

Maps Widget for Google Maps

Product image for Maps Widget for Google Maps.
Plugin Slug
google-maps-widget
Installations
50,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
4.24
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 4.24.

WP Meta SEO

Product image for WP Meta SEO.
Plugin Slug
wp-meta-seo
Installations
20,000+
Vulnerability
Deserialization of untrusted data
Patched in Version
4.5.5
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 4.5.5.

Affiliates Manager

Product image for Affiliates Manager.
Plugin Slug
affiliates-manager
Installations
10,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
2.9.21
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 2.9.21.

WP Ultimate Review

Product image for Wp Ultimate Review.
Plugin Slug
wp-ultimate-review
Installations
10,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
2.1.0
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 2.1.0.

WP Ultimate Review

Product image for Wp Ultimate Review.
Plugin Slug
wp-ultimate-review
Installations
10,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
2.1.0
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 2.1.0.

Zippy

Product image for Zippy.
Plugin
Zippy
Plugin Slug
zippy
Installations
10,000+
Vulnerability
Sensitive Data Exposure
Patched in Version
1.6.2
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 1.6.2.

Magic Post Thumbnail

Product image for Magic Post Thumbnail.
Plugin Slug
magic-post-thumbnail
Installations
9,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
4.1.11
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 4.1.11.

WP EasyCart

Product image for Shopping Cart & eCommerce Store.
Plugin Slug
wp-easycart
Installations
6,000+
Vulnerability
Local File Inclusion
Patched in Version
5.4.3
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 5.4.3.

Configurable Tag Cloud

Plugin Slug
configurable-tag-cloud-widget
Installations
5,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
5.3
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 5.3.

Advanced Local Pickup for WooCommerce

Product image for Advanced Local Pickup for WooCommerce.
Plugin Slug
advanced-local-pickup-for-woocommerce
Installations
4,000+
Vulnerability
Other Vulnerability Type
Patched in Version
1.5.3
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 1.5.3.

ChatBot

Product image for AI ChatBot.
Plugin Slug
chatbot
Installations
4,000+
Vulnerability
Broken Access Control
Patched in Version
4.4.8
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 4.4.8.

Sp*tify Play Button

Product image for Sp*tify Play Button for WordPress.
Plugin Slug
spotify-play-button-for-wordpress
Installations
4,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
2.08
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 2.08.

Trending/Popular Post Slider and Widget

Product image for Trending/Popular Post Slider and Widget.
Plugin Slug
wp-trending-post-slider-and-widget
Installations
4,000+
Vulnerability
Broken Access Control
Patched in Version
1.5.8
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 1.5.8.

Full Width Banner Slider

Product image for Full Width Banner Slider Wp.
Plugin Slug
full-width-responsive-slider-wp
Installations
3,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
1.1.8
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 1.1.8.

Quick Paypal Payments

Plugin Slug
quick-paypal-payments
Installations
3,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
5.7.26.4
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 5.7.26.4.

PropertyHive

Product image for PropertyHive.
Plugin Slug
propertyhive
Installations
2,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
1.5.47
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 1.5.47.

Affiliate Toolkit

Product image for affiliate-toolkit – WordPress Affiliate Plugin.
Plugin Slug
affiliate-toolkit-starter
Installations
1,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
3.3.4
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 3.3.4.

Albo Pretorio On line

Product image for Albo Pretorio On line.
Plugin Slug
albo-pretorio-on-line
Installations
1,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
4.6.2
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 4.6.2.

Product Page Shipping Calculator for WooCommerce

Product image for Product page shipping calculator for WooCommerce.
Plugin Slug
product-page-shipping-calculator-for-woocommerce
Installations
1,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
1.3.21
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 1.3.21.

WishSuite – Wishlist for WooCommerce

Product image for WishSuite – Wishlist for WooCommerce.
Plugin Slug
wishsuite
Installations
1,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
1.3.4
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 1.3.4.

CopySafe Web Protection

Product image for CopySafe Web Protection.
Plugin Slug
wp-copysafe-web
Installations
1,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
3.14
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 3.14.

SMTP Mailing Queue

Plugin Slug
smtp-mailing-queue
Installations
900+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
2.0.0
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 2.0.0.

HT Builder

Product image for HT Builder – WordPress Theme Builder for Elementor.
Plugin Slug
ht-builder
Installations
500+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
1.3.0
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 1.3.0.

Mobile Banner

Product image for Mobile Banner.
Plugin Slug
mobile-banner
Installations
100+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
1.6
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 1.6.

Easy Quiz Maker

Product image for Easy Quiz Maker.
Plugin Slug
n-media-wp-simple-quiz
Installations
100+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
2.0
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 2.0.

Welcome Bar

Product image for Welcome Bar.
Plugin Slug
intelly-welcome-bar
Installations
30+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
2.0.4
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 2.0.4.

Welcome Bar

Product image for Welcome Bar.
Plugin Slug
intelly-welcome-bar
Installations
30+
Vulnerability
Broken Access Control
Patched in Version
2.0.4
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 2.0.4.

Add User Role

Plugin
Add User Role
Plugin Slug
add-user-role
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
1.6.7
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 1.6.7.

HappyFiles Pro

Plugin
HappyFiles Pro
Plugin Slug
happyfiles-pro
Vulnerability
Arbitrary File Deletion
Patched in Version
1.8.2
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 1.8.2.

HappyFiles Pro

Plugin
HappyFiles Pro
Plugin Slug
happyfiles-pro
Vulnerability
Broken Access Control
Patched in Version
1.8.2
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 1.8.2.

Image Over Image For WPBakery Page Builder

Plugin
Image Over Image For WPBakery Page Builder
Plugin Slug
image-over-image-vc-extension
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
3.0
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 3.0.

WordPress Plugin Vulnerabilities – No Known Fix

This section contains plugin vulnerabilities with no known fix. Until a patch is available, you are advised to deactivate the plugin, at minimum, immediately. If there is a high risk of active exploits or the plugin remains unpatched for weeks, you are advised to delete the plugin. You should also delete persistently unpatched plugins the WordPress.org repository has locked and marked “Closed” so they can no longer be downloaded and installed.

WC Fields Factory

Plugin
WC Fields Factory
Plugin Slug
wc-fields-factory
Vulnerability
SQL Injection
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has not been patched and the plugin is closed. You should uninstall and delete the plugin.

PixFields

Plugin
PixFields
Plugin Slug
pixfields
Installations
4,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has not been patched. You should deactivate the plugin.

Libsyn Publisher Hub

Product image for Libsyn Publisher Hub.
Plugin Slug
libsyn-podcasting
Installations
3,000+
Vulnerability
Sensitive Data Exposure
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has not been patched. You should deactivate the plugin.

WordPress Comment Reply Notification plugin <= 1.4 - Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF) vulnerability

Plugin Slug
comment-reply-notification
Installations
2,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has not been patched. You should deactivate the plugin.

Easy Media Replace

Product image for Easy Media Replace.
Plugin Slug
easy-media-replace
Installations
2,000+
Vulnerability
Arbitrary File Deletion
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has not been patched. You should deactivate the plugin.

HT Menu – WordPress Mega Menu Builder for Elementor

Product image for HT Menu – WordPress Mega Menu Builder for Elementor.
Plugin Slug
ht-menu-lite
Installations
2,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has not been patched. You should deactivate the plugin.

JustTables – WooCommerce Product Table

Product image for JustTables – WooCommerce Product Table.
Plugin Slug
just-tables
Installations
2,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has not been patched. You should deactivate the plugin.

LionScripts: IP Blocker Lite

Product image for LionScripts: IP Blocker Lite.
Plugin Slug
ip-address-blocker
Installations
1,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has not been patched. You should deactivate the plugin.

Really Simple Google Tag Manager

Product image for Really Simple Google Tag Manager.
Plugin Slug
really-simple-google-tag-manager
Installations
1,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has not been patched. You should deactivate the plugin.

Social Proof (Testimonial) Slider

Product image for Social Proof (Testimonial) Slider.
Plugin Slug
social-proof-testimonials-slider
Installations
1,000+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has not been patched. You should deactivate the plugin.

Premmerce Redirect Manager

Product image for Premmerce Redirect Manager.
Plugin Slug
premmerce-redirect-manager
Installations
900+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Request Forgery (CSRF)
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has not been patched. You should deactivate the plugin.

Premmerce Redirect Manager

Product image for Premmerce Redirect Manager.
Plugin Slug
premmerce-redirect-manager
Installations
900+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has not been patched. You should deactivate the plugin.

Custom More Link Complete

Product image for Custom More Link Complete.
Plugin Slug
custom-more-link-complete
Installations
800+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has not been patched. You should deactivate the plugin.

Woocommerce Custom Checkout Fields Editor With Drag & Drop

Product image for Woocommerce Custom Checkout Fields Editor With Drag & Drop.
Plugin Slug
woo-custom-checkout-fields
Installations
400+
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has not been patched. You should deactivate the plugin.

Gift Cards (Gift Vouchers and Packages) for WooCommerce

Plugin
Gift Vouchers
Plugin Slug
gift-voucher
Vulnerability
SQL Injection
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
Critical
The vulnerability has not been patched and the plugin is closed. You should uninstall and delete the plugin.

Product Specifications for WooCommerce

Plugin
Product Specifications for Woocommerce
Plugin Slug
product-specifications
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
No Fix
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has not been patched and the plugin is closed. You should uninstall and delete the plugin.

WordPress Theme Vulnerabilities

In this section, you’ll find the latest WordPress theme vulnerabilities to be disclosed. You’ll see the same information provided above for vulnerable plugins, and the same advice applies. If a security update exists, install it immediately. If a vulnerability remains unpatched in a theme you are actively using, you will need to find an alternative theme. Deactivate and delete persistently unpatched themes and those that have been “Closed” in the WordPress.org theme repository. If you have a vulnerable theme installed that you are not actively using, simply delete it.

Viral Mag

Product image for Viral Mag.
Theme Slug
viral-mag
Downloads
16,279
Vulnerability
Broken Authentication
Patched in Version
1.1.0
Severity Score
Medium
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 1.1.0.

Outdoor

Theme
Outdoor
Theme Slug
outdoor
Vulnerability
Cross Site Scripting (XSS)
Patched in Version
3.9.7
Severity Score
High
The vulnerability has been patched, so you should update to version 3.9.7.

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