Category Archives: Security
Vulnerability in WP-Slimstat Plugin
A vulnerability has been found by Sucuri in the WP-Slimstat plugin, which affects all versions up to 3.9.5. The vulnerability may allow attackers to inject SQL commands into your database, allowing them to make arbitrary changes. If you use the WP-Slimstat plugin, we … Continue reading
FancyBox for WordPress Vulnerability
A vulnerability has been discovered in most versions of the Fancybox-for-WordPress plugin. This vulnerability makes it possible for attackers to inject malicious code into affected sites. If you’re using this plugin, you should immediate upgrade to the latest version. Our security scanner … Continue reading
WordPress Security Q&A with VaultPress Vaultkeeper
Running a WordPress website means that you have to stay up-to-date with the best security measures in order to protect your website and data from any threats. VaultPress Vaultkeeper and lead developer, Mark George, is joining us today for a Q&A … Continue reading
SoakSoak Malware affects 100,000+ WordPress sites
Sucuri recently reported that hundreds of thousands of WordPress sites have been infected with a new strain of malware, which injects malicious JavaScript into every page of affected sites. According to their analysis, the “SoakSoak” malware uses a known vulnerability in … Continue reading
Serious Vulnerability in bash
A serious vulnerability has been found in bash, one of the core tools found on almost every Unix, Linux, and Mac OS X system. The vulnerability affects most versions up to and including 4.3, except certain patched versions like 3.2.52(1). You should assume … Continue reading