Database Backup for WordPress vulnerabilities
Plugin slug wp-db-backup · 7 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2026-05-13 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 2.5.3 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
6 of 7 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in Database Backup for WordPress
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High 7.5 | <= 2.5.2 | 2.5.3 | CVE-2026-4031 | 2026-05-13 | Advisory |
| High 8.1 | <= 2.5.2 | 2.5.3 | CVE-2026-4030 | 2026-05-13 | Advisory |
| High 7.5 | <= 2.5.2 | 2.5.3 | CVE-2026-4029 | 2026-05-13 | Advisory |
| High 8.8 | < 2.5.2 | 2.5.2 | CVE-2022-1577 | 2022-05-11 | Advisory |
| High 7.2 | < 2.5.1 | 2.5.1 | CVE-2022-0255 | 2022-01-24 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.4 | < 2.4 | 2.4 | CVE-2021-24322 | 2021-05-16 | Advisory |
| High 7.5 | <= 2.2.4 | 2.3.0 | CVE-2014-10076 | 2014-11-02 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the Database Backup for WordPress plugin safe to use?
All 7 known issues are fixed in current versions (2.5.3 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of Database Backup for WordPress 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.