Htaccess File Editor – Easily Edit, Backup, Restore .htaccess file vulnerabilities
Plugin slug htaccess-file-editor · 2 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2025-01-14 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 1.0.20 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
0 of 2 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in Htaccess File Editor – Easily Edit, Backup, Restore .htaccess file
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium 5.3 | <= 1.0.19 | 1.0.20 | CVE-2025-22773 | 2025-01-14 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.3 | <= 1.0.18 | 1.0.19 | CVE-2024-49256 | 2024-10-14 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the Htaccess File Editor – Easily Edit, Backup, Restore .htaccess file plugin safe to use?
All 2 known issues are fixed in current versions (1.0.20 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of Htaccess File Editor – Easily Edit, Backup, Restore .htaccess file 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.