Starbox – the Author Box for Humans vulnerabilities
Plugin slug starbox · 6 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2024-09-09 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 3.5.3 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
0 of 6 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in Starbox – the Author Box for Humans
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium 6.4 | <= 3.5.2 | 3.5.3 | CVE-2024-8239 | 2024-09-09 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.4 | <= 3.5.1 | 3.5.2 | CVE-2024-7955 | 2024-08-20 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.4 | <= 3.4.9 | 3.5.0 | CVE-2024-1273 | 2024-02-13 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.4 | <= 3.4.8 | 3.5.0 | CVE-2023-6806 | 2024-02-06 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.4 | <= 3.4.8 | 3.5.0 | CVE-2024-0256 | 2024-01-31 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.3 | <= 3.4.7 | 3.4.8 | CVE-2024-0366 | 2024-01-30 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the Starbox – the Author Box for Humans plugin safe to use?
All 6 known issues are fixed in current versions (3.5.3 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of Starbox – the Author Box for Humans my site runs?
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How do I fix a vulnerable plugin?
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