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WordPress Releases Security Update

WordPress has released a security update to address multiple vulnerabilities. A remote unauthenticated attacker could exploit these to gain access to an affected site.

Threat ID:
CC-2977
Category:
Threat Severity:
Low
Threat Vector:
Published:
14 March 2019 12:00 AM
Report a cyber attack: call 0300 303 5222 or email [email protected]

Summary

WordPress has released a security update to address multiple vulnerabilities. A remote unauthenticated attacker could exploit these to gain access to an affected site.

Affected platforms

The following platforms are known to be affected:

WordPress Core

WordPress CMS - Versions 5.1 and earlier

Threat details

Remediation steps

Type Step

Users and administrators are encouraged to review the WordPress 5.1.1 Security and Maintenance Release advisory and apply the necessary updates.

Last edited: 14 February 2020 2:50 pm