WP Spell Check vulnerabilities
Plugin slug wp-spell-check · 7 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2026-10-03 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 12.2 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
2 of 7 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in WP Spell Check
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High 7.5 | <= 12.1 | 12.2 | CVE-2026-100506 | 2026-10-03 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.3 | <= 9.21 | 9.22 | CVE-2025-25111 | 2025-02-03 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.3 | <= 9.17 | 9.18 | CVE-2024-22143 | 2024-01-12 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.5 | <= 9.12 | 9.13 | CVE-2022-2658 | 2022-12-23 | Advisory |
| Medium 5.4 | <= 9.12 | 9.13 | none | 2022-12-23 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.1 | < 9.3 | 9.3 | none | 2021-10-25 | Advisory |
| High 8.8 | <= 7.1.9 | 7.1.10 | CVE-2019-6027 | 2019-11-26 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the WP Spell Check plugin safe to use?
All 7 known issues are fixed in current versions (12.2 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of WP Spell Check 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.