Custom Sidebars – Dynamic Sidebar Classic Widget Area Manager vulnerabilities
Plugin slug custom-sidebars · 3 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2017-10-04 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 3.1.0 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
2 of 3 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in Custom Sidebars – Dynamic Sidebar Classic Widget Area Manager
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High 8.8 | <= 3.0.9 | 3.1.0 | CVE-2017-18510 | 2017-10-04 | Advisory |
| High 8.8 | <= 3.0.8 | 3.0.8.1 | CVE-2017-18511 | 2017-06-29 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.1 | < 2.1.0.2 | 2.1.0.2 | none | 2015-01-11 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the Custom Sidebars – Dynamic Sidebar Classic Widget Area Manager plugin safe to use?
All 3 known issues are fixed in current versions (3.1.0 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
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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.