Password Protected vulnerabilities
Plugin slug password-protected · 7 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2026-10-28 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 2.8.5 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
0 of 7 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in Password Protected
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium 6.4 | <= 2.8.4 | 2.8.5 | CVE-2026-93293 | 2026-10-28 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.3 | <= 2.8.3 | 2.8.4 | CVE-2026-14943 | 2026-08-03 | Advisory |
| Low 3.7 | <= 2.7.11 | 2.7.12 | CVE-2025-11244 | 2025-10-24 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.3 | <= 2.7.7 | 2.7.8 | CVE-2025-3453 | 2025-04-16 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.3 | <= 2.6.6 | 2.6.7 | CVE-2024-0437 | 2024-05-14 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.4 | <= 2.6.6 | 2.6.7 | CVE-2024-0656 | 2024-02-19 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.4 | <= 2.6.2 | 2.6.3 | CVE-2023-32580 | 2023-06-13 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the Password Protected plugin safe to use?
All 7 known issues are fixed in current versions (2.8.5 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of Password Protected my site runs?
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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.