MainWP UpdraftPlus Extension vulnerabilities

Plugin slug mainwp-updraftplus-extension · 3 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2023-01-18 · WordPress.org page

Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 4.0.7 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.

1 of 3 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).

Known vulnerabilities in MainWP UpdraftPlus Extension

SeverityAffected versionsFixed inCVEPublishedDetails
Medium 6.5<= 4.0.64.0.7none2023-01-18Advisory
High 8.8<= 4.0.64.0.7none2023-01-18Advisory
Medium 5.4<= 4.0.64.0.7CVE-2023-236402023-01-17Advisory

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Questions

Is the MainWP UpdraftPlus Extension plugin safe to use?

All 3 known issues are fixed in current versions (4.0.7 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.

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How do I fix a vulnerable plugin?

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