WordPress plugin
Restrict Categories security & vulnerabilities
Unpatched vulnerability in the latest version
At least one vulnerability affects the latest version and no fix has been released. Deactivate the plugin or restrict access to the affected feature until the vendor ships a patch.
- Critical0
- High0
- Medium1
- Low0
All Restrict Categories vulnerabilities
| Severity | Vulnerability | CVE | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medium6.1 | Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via rc-search ≤2.6.4No patch available | CVE-2023-47518 |
- Medium6.1Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via rc-search
≤2.6.4No patch available
Restrict Categories: common questions
Does Restrict Categories have known vulnerabilities?
Yes. VulnCrest Radar lists 1 known vulnerability in Restrict Categories: 1 medium. At least one is not fixed in the latest version.
How do I check which version of Restrict Categories I run?
In wp-admin open Plugins → Installed Plugins; the version is shown under the name. Without admin access, our passive Check my site tool can often read it from public files.
What is the most recent Restrict Categories vulnerability?
CVE-2023-47518, published Nov 7, 2023: Restrict Categories <= 2.6.4 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via rc-search. Severity: Medium (CVSS 6.1).
Is any Restrict Categories vulnerability listed in CISA KEV?
No. None of the known Restrict Categories vulnerabilities is currently listed in the CISA KEV catalog.
