Paytm Payment Gateway vulnerabilities
Plugin slug paytm-payments · 5 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2026-09-29 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 2.8.9 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
4 of 5 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in Paytm Payment Gateway
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High 7.5 | <= 2.8.8 | 2.8.9 | CVE-2026-81809 | 2026-09-29 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.3 | <= 2.8.8 | 2.8.9 | CVE-2026-81740 | 2026-09-29 | Advisory |
| High 7.2 | <= 2.8.8 | 2.8.9 | CVE-2026-81739 | 2026-09-29 | Advisory |
| High 8.8 | <= 2.7.3 | 2.7.7 | CVE-2022-45805 | 2023-02-22 | Advisory |
| High 7.2 | <= 2.7.0 | 2.7.3 | CVE-2022-45362 | 2022-11-29 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the Paytm Payment Gateway plugin safe to use?
All 5 known issues are fixed in current versions (2.8.9 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of Paytm Payment Gateway 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.