SyntaxHighlighter Evolved Vulnerabilities
The SyntaxHighlighter Evolved WordPress plugin has 2 known security vulnerabilities. The most recent was disclosed on October 21, 2019. Check whether your site runs an affected version below.
View SyntaxHighlighter Evolved on WordPress.orgSummary
Latest vulnerability disclosed on October 21, 2019.
Recommendation
WPSentry recommends installing with caution
Use SyntaxHighlighter Evolved 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 SyntaxHighlighter Evolved vulnerabilities
- high
SyntaxHighlighter Evolved < 3.5.1 - Stored Cross-Site Scripting
Affected versions: <3.5.1Disclosed October 21, 2019 - medium
SyntaxHighlighter Evolved <= 3.1.9 - Cross-Site Scripting
Affected versions: <=3.1.9Disclosed August 1, 2014
How to stay protected
Update promptly
Keep SyntaxHighlighter Evolved 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Run an external scan after every update to catch outdated or vulnerable software early.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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