Insert Special Characters vulnerabilities
Plugin slug insert-special-characters · 9 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2022-12-05 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 1.0.6 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
6 of 9 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in Insert Special Characters
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Critical 9.8 | <= 1.0.5 | 1.0.6 | CVE-2022-25912 | 2022-12-05 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.4 | <= 1.0.5 | 1.0.6 | CVE-2022-37601 | 2022-10-12 | Advisory |
| Low 3.7 | <= 1.0.5 | 1.0.6 | CVE-2022-37599 | 2022-10-11 | Advisory |
| Low 3.7 | <= 1.0.5 | 1.0.6 | CVE-2022-37603 | 2022-10-11 | Advisory |
| High 7.5 | <= 1.0.4 | 1.0.5 | CVE-2022-24775 | 2022-07-19 | Advisory |
| High 7.5 | <= 1.0.4 | 1.0.5 | CVE-2021-43307 | 2022-05-13 | Advisory |
| High 7.8 | <= 1.0.4 | 1.0.5 | CVE-2021-43138 | 2022-04-07 | Advisory |
| Critical 9.8 | <= 1.0.4 | 1.0.5 | none | 2022-03-18 | Advisory |
| High 7.5 | <= 1.0.4 | 1.0.5 | none | 2021-09-09 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the Insert Special Characters plugin safe to use?
All 9 known issues are fixed in current versions (1.0.6 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of Insert Special Characters 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.