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Is "Broken Link Checker" safe?

WordPress Plugin security and safety information.

Rating: Good (current version safe) Recommendations

Broken Link Checker: Plugin Details

Type: Plugin
Author: Janis Elsts
URL: https://wordpress.org/plugins/broken-link-checker/
Latest Version: 2.4.2

 

Broken Link Checker: Security Information

Insecure versions: Up To 2.4.0
Known since: 2024-09-30 14:52:54


Insecure versions: Up To 2.2.3
Known since: 2024-02-16 02:00:25


Insecure versions: Up To 1.11.19
Known since: 2022-11-14 07:37:30


Insecure versions: Up To 1.11.16
Known since: 2022-08-18 07:21:11


Insecure versions: Up To 1.10.2
Known since: 2022-08-17 06:34:20


Insecure versions: Up To 1.11.8
Known since: 2019-10-22 14:35:47


Insecure versions: Up To 1.10.8
Known since: 2015-09-13 21:03:16


Insecure versions: Up To 1.10.8
Known since: 2015-09-09 22:11:41


Insecure versions: Up To 1.9.1
Known since: 2014-03-14 20:57:06
Description: Broken Link Checker 1.9.1 - Sort Direction Query Argument Handling XSS


Insecure versions: Up To 1.9.1
Known since: 2014-03-14 20:57:06
Description: Broken Link Checker 1.9.1 - Bulk Action Form URL Handling XSS


Insecure versions: Up To 1.9.1
Known since: 2014-03-14 20:57:06
Description: Broken Link Checker 1.9.1 - Bulk Action Form URL Handling XSS


 

Broken Link Checker: Safety Recommendations

We have rated Broken Link Checker as Good (current version safe) which means that we have found vulnerabilities in older versions.

We recommend that you only use the latest version of Broken Link Checker.

Broken Link Checker: Staying Up-to-date

Make sure your installation of Broken Link Checker is safe with the following free Jetpack services for WordPress sites:
  • Updates & Management
    Turn on auto-updates for Broken Link Checker or manage in bulk.
  • Prevent Infiltrations
    Automatic protection against brute force attacks and secure sign on.

Choose Your Plan

Broken Link Checker: Keeping Safe

If you're running a business, ecommerce, news, or other critical website, Jetpack also provides additional indispensable services:
  • Automated Backups
    Full backup of your entire site with unlimited storage space.
  • Restores & Migrations
    Restore or migrate your site from a backup with one click.
  • Security Scanning
    Regular, automated scans of your site for malware, threats, and hacks.
  • Expert Support
    Fast, priority support for any WordPress security issue.

Choose Your Plan

About this information

This WordPress security information is part of our security library and is brought to you by Jetpack as part of our committment to a safer WordPress experience.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.