Code Embed vulnerabilities
Plugin slug simple-embed-code · 5 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2026-05-20 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 2.6.1 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
0 of 5 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in Code Embed
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium 6.4 | <= 2.6 | 2.6.1 | CVE-2026-48093 | 2026-05-20 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.4 | <= 2.5.1 | 2.5.2 | CVE-2026-2512 | 2026-03-17 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.4 | <= 2.5 | 2.5.1 | CVE-2024-10814 | 2024-11-08 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.4 | <= 2.4 | 2.5 | CVE-2024-8804 | 2024-10-03 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.5 | <= 2.3.6 | 2.3.7 | CVE-2023-49837 | 2023-12-05 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the Code Embed plugin safe to use?
All 5 known issues are fixed in current versions (2.6.1 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of Code Embed 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.