WP Custom Author URL vulnerabilities

Plugin slug wp-custom-author-url · 1 known vulnerability · latest disclosed 2023-04-18 · WordPress.org page

Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 1.0.5 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.

0 of 1 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).

Known vulnerabilities in WP Custom Author URL

SeverityAffected versionsFixed inCVEPublishedDetails
Medium 4.4< 1.0.51.0.5CVE-2023-16142023-04-18Advisory

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Questions

Is the WP Custom Author URL plugin safe to use?

All 1 known issues are fixed in current versions (1.0.5 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.

How do I check which version of WP Custom Author URL my site runs?

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How do I fix a vulnerable plugin?

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