Autoptimize vulnerabilities
Plugin slug autoptimize · 15 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2026-10-01 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 3.1.16 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
6 of 15 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in Autoptimize
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium 5.4 | <= 3.1.15.1 | 3.1.16 | CVE-2026-78471 | 2026-10-01 | Advisory |
| High 7.2 | <= 3.1.15.1 | 3.1.16 | CVE-2026-14995 | 2026-09-30 | Advisory |
| High 7.2 | < 3.1.15 | 3.1.15 | CVE-2026-3220 | 2026-04-27 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.4 | <= 3.1.14 | 3.1.15 | CVE-2026-2352 | 2026-03-20 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.4 | <= 3.1.14 | 3.1.15 | CVE-2026-2430 | 2026-03-20 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.4 | <= 3.1.13 | 3.1.14 | CVE-2025-13401 | 2025-12-03 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.4 | <= 3.1.6 | 3.1.7 | CVE-2023-2113 | 2023-04-25 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.3 | <= 3.0.4 | 3.1.0 | CVE-2022-4057 | 2022-12-05 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.5 | <= 3.1.0 | 3.1.1 | CVE-2022-2635 | 2022-07-19 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.5 | < 2.8.4 | 2.8.4 | CVE-2021-24332 | 2021-05-07 | Advisory |
| Critical 9.8 | < 2.7.8 | 2.7.8 | CVE-2021-24376 | 2020-10-09 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.8 | < 2.7.8 | 2.7.8 | CVE-2021-24378 | 2020-10-09 | Advisory |
| High 8.1 | < 2.7.8 | 2.7.8 | CVE-2021-24377 | 2020-10-09 | Advisory |
| High 7.2 | <= 2.7.6 | 2.7.7 | CVE-2020-24948 | 2020-08-24 | Advisory |
| Critical 9.8 | <= 2.1.0 | 2.1.1 | none | 2017-06-19 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the Autoptimize plugin safe to use?
All 15 known issues are fixed in current versions (3.1.16 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of Autoptimize 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.