WP REST API (WP API) Vulnerabilities
The WP REST API (WP API) WordPress plugin has 3 known security vulnerabilities. The most recent was disclosed on August 14, 2015. Check whether your site runs an affected version below.
View WP REST API (WP API) on WordPress.orgSummary
Latest vulnerability disclosed on August 14, 2015.
Recommendation
WPSentry recommends installing with caution
Use WP REST API (WP API) only with care. This plugin has a history of high-severity vulnerabilities — always run the latest version and monitor it for newly disclosed issues.
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Known WP REST API (WP API) vulnerabilities
- medium
WP REST API <= 1.2.2 - Cross-Site Scripting
Affected versions: <=1.2.2Disclosed August 14, 2015 - high
WP REST API (WP API) < 1.2.1 - Sensitive Information Disclosure
Affected versions: <1.2.1Disclosed April 9, 2015 - high
JSON REST API <= 1.1 - Potential Cross-Site Request Forgery Bypass
Affected versions: <=1.1Disclosed July 10, 2014
How to stay protected
Update promptly
Keep WP REST API (WP API) on its latest release — most vulnerabilities are fixed in newer versions.
Scan regularly
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