Simple Local Avatars vulnerabilities
Plugin slug simple-local-avatars · 6 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2025-08-11 · 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.
1 of 6 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in Simple Local Avatars
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium 4.3 | <= 2.8.4 | 2.8.5 | CVE-2025-8482 | 2025-08-11 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.3 | <= 2.7.11 | 2.8.0 | CVE-2024-10786 | 2024-11-15 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.3 | <= 2.7.10 | 2.7.11 | CVE-2024-43116 | 2024-08-07 | Advisory |
| High 8.1 | <= 2.7.3 | 2.7.4 | CVE-2022-25860 | 2023-02-23 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.3 | <= 2.7.3 | 2.7.4 | CVE-2022-25881 | 2023-02-23 | Advisory |
| Low 3.7 | <= 2.5.0 | 2.6.0 | CVE-2022-25858 | 2022-07-14 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the Simple Local Avatars plugin safe to use?
All 6 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 Simple Local Avatars 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.