Disqus Comment System vulnerabilities
Plugin slug disqus-comment-system · 5 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2014-09-17 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 2.79 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
2 of 5 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in Disqus Comment System
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium 6.3 | < 2.79 | 2.79 | CVE-2014-5346 | 2014-09-17 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.4 | < 2.76 | 2.76 | CVE-2014-5347 | 2014-08-12 | Advisory |
| Critical 9.8 | < 2.76 | 2.76 | none | 2014-06-20 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.1 | < 2.76 | 2.76 | CVE-2014-5345 | 2014-06-09 | Advisory |
| High 7.1 | < 2.68 | 2.68 | none | 2011-12-11 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the Disqus Comment System plugin safe to use?
All 5 known issues are fixed in current versions (2.79 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of Disqus Comment System 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.