Favicon by RealFaviconGenerator vulnerabilities
Plugin slug favicon-by-realfavicongenerator · 4 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2026-05-30 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 1.3.47 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
2 of 4 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in Favicon by RealFaviconGenerator
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High 7.2 | <= 1.3.46 | 1.3.47 | CVE-2026-42754 | 2026-05-30 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.1 | < 1.3.23 | 1.3.23 | CVE-2022-0471 | 2022-03-21 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.1 | < 1.3.21 | 1.3.21 | CVE-2021-24437 | 2021-07-27 | Advisory |
| High 7.1 | < 1.2.13 | 1.2.13 | CVE-2015-10116 | 2015-04-01 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the Favicon by RealFaviconGenerator plugin safe to use?
All 4 known issues are fixed in current versions (1.3.47 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of Favicon by RealFaviconGenerator 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.