Search Exclude vulnerabilities
Plugin slug search-exclude · 4 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2025-11-24 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 2.5.8 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
1 of 4 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in Search Exclude
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium 4.3 | <= 2.5.7 | 2.5.8 | CVE-2025-10646 | 2025-11-24 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.3 | <= 2.4.9 | 2.5.0 | CVE-2025-2821 | 2025-05-06 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.5 | <= 1.2.6 | 1.2.7 | CVE-2022-36282 | 2022-08-22 | Advisory |
| High 7.5 | < 1.2.4 | 1.2.4 | CVE-2019-15895 | 2019-09-07 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the Search Exclude plugin safe to use?
All 4 known issues are fixed in current versions (2.5.8 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of Search Exclude 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.