Helpful Vulnerabilities
The Helpful WordPress plugin has 1 known security vulnerability. The most recent was disclosed on August 16, 2022. Check whether your site runs an affected version below.
View Helpful on WordPress.orgSummary
Latest vulnerability disclosed on August 16, 2022.
Recommendation
WPSentry recommends keeping it updated
Helpful's known issues are medium severity and are generally fixed in newer releases. Keep this plugin fully up to date and scan your site regularly.
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Known Helpful vulnerabilities
- medium
Helpful <= 4.5.14 - Authorization Bypass to Repeat Voting
Affected versions: <=4.5.14Disclosed August 16, 2022
How to stay protected
Update promptly
Keep Helpful on its latest release — most vulnerabilities are fixed in newer versions.
Scan regularly
Run an external scan after every update to catch outdated or vulnerable software early.
Monitor continuously
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