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WordPress Releases Security Update

WordPress 5.2.3 and prior versions are affected by multiple vulnerabilities. An attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected website.

Threat ID:
CC-3262
Category:
Threat Severity:
Medium
Threat Vector:
Published:
17 October 2019 12:00 AM
Report a cyber attack: call 0300 303 5222 or email [email protected]

Summary

WordPress 5.2.3 and prior versions are affected by multiple vulnerabilities. An attacker could exploit some of these vulnerabilities to take control of an affected website.

Affected platforms

The following platforms are known to be affected:

WordPress Core

  • WordPress - Versions prior to 5.2.4

Threat details

Remediation steps

Type Step

Users and administrators are encouraged to review the WordPress Security Release and upgrade to WordPress 5.2.4.

Last edited: 14 February 2020 2:56 pm