OceanWP vulnerabilities
Theme slug oceanwp · 7 known vulnerabilities · latest disclosed 2026-10-27 · WordPress.org page
Every listed vulnerability has a fix. Version 4.2.8 or later is not affected by any of them. If your site runs an older version, update it.
1 of 7 rated high or critical (CVSS 7 or more).
Known vulnerabilities in OceanWP
| Severity | Affected versions | Fixed in | CVE | Published | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium 6.1 | <= 4.2.7 | 4.2.8 | CVE-2026-115592 | 2026-10-27 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.3 | <= 4.1.1 | 4.1.2 | CVE-2025-8944 | 2025-08-15 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.3 | 4.0.9 to 4.1.1 | 4.1.2 | CVE-2025-8891 | 2025-08-12 | Advisory |
| Medium 6.4 | <= 3.6.0 | 3.6.1 | CVE-2024-5647 | 2025-07-02 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.9 | <= 4.0.9 | 4.1.0 | CVE-2025-5524 | 2025-06-18 | Advisory |
| Medium 4.3 | <= 3.5.4 | 3.5.5 | CVE-2024-2476 | 2024-03-28 | Advisory |
| High 8.8 | <= 3.4.1 | 3.4.2 | CVE-2023-23700 | 2023-02-27 | Advisory |
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Questions
Is the OceanWP theme safe to use?
All 7 known issues are fixed in current versions (4.2.8 or later). Keeping it updated is what matters.
How do I check which version of OceanWP my site runs?
In WordPress go to Appearance > Themes. From the outside, the free PluginPeek scan below reads the version from the site's public files.
How do I fix a vulnerable theme?
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.