Modern Footnotes vulnerabilities
Plugin slug modern-footnotes · 3 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2025-06-19 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 1.4.20 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
0 of 3 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in Modern Footnotes
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium 6.4 | <= 1.4.19 | 1.4.20 | CVE-2025-50049 | 2025-06-19 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.4 | <= 1.4.16 | 1.4.17 | CVE-2023-5618 | 2023-10-19 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.4 | <= 1.4.15 | 1.4.16 | CVE-2023-28423 | 2023-03-14 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the Modern Footnotes plugin safe to use?
All 3 known issues are fixed in current versions (1.4.20 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of Modern Footnotes 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.