WP Database Backup Vulnerabilities
The WP Database Backup WordPress plugin has 4 known security vulnerabilities, including 1 critical. The most recent was disclosed on August 9, 2022. Check whether your site runs an affected version below.
View WP Database Backup on WordPress.orgSummary
Latest vulnerability disclosed on August 9, 2022.
Recommendation
WPSentry recommends extreme caution
Only run WP Database Backup if it is updated to the latest patched release. This plugin has a history of 1 critical, potentially exploitable vulnerability. If you already use it, update immediately — or consider a safer alternative.
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Known WP Database Backup vulnerabilities
- medium
WP Database Backup <= 5.9 - Authenticated (Admin+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting
Affected versions: <=5.8Disclosed August 9, 2022 - critical
WP Database Backup <= 5.1.2 - Unauthenticated Settings Update to Remote Code Execution
Affected versions: <=5.1.2Disclosed March 24, 2019 - high
WP Database Backup <= 4.3.5 - Cross-Site Request Forgery
Affected versions: <4.3.6Disclosed October 21, 2016 - medium
WP Database Backup < 3.4 - Authenticated Stored Cross-Site Scripting
Affected versions: <3.4Disclosed August 20, 2015
How to stay protected
Update promptly
Keep WP Database Backup 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Run an external scan after every update to catch outdated or vulnerable software early.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
Enable monitoring to get alerted the moment a new issue affects your stack.