Advanced Google reCAPTCHA vulnerabilities
Plugin slug advanced-google-recaptcha · 6 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2026-10-05 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 5.41 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
2 of 6 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in Advanced Google reCAPTCHA
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium 5.3 | <= 5.40 | 5.41 | CVE-2026-100518 | 2026-10-05 | Advisory |
| High 8.8 | <= 5.38 | 5.39 | CVE-2026-5415 | 2026-06-05 | Advisory |
| High 8.8 | <= 5.38 | 5.39 | CVE-2026-5411 | 2026-06-05 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.3 | <= 1.29 | 1.30 | CVE-2025-2074 | 2025-03-27 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.3 | <= 1.27 | 1.28 | CVE-2025-1262 | 2025-02-24 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.3 | <= 1.25 | 1.26 | CVE-2024-12034 | 2024-12-23 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the Advanced Google reCAPTCHA plugin safe to use?
All 6 known issues are fixed in current versions (5.41 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of Advanced Google reCAPTCHA 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.