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Easy WP SMTP WordPress Plugin Vulnerability

The very popular WordPress plugin Easy WP SMTP, has just patched a vulnerability that allows an attacker to take control of your website. The insecure flaw in the WordPress plugin allows hackers to be able to change the admin password and take complete control of a website.

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Update Plugin Immediately

Updating the plugin immediately is very import and can easily be done through the WordPress dashboard.

The latest version of the plugin you need is 1.4.3 or above.

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Phil Backhouse

Phil

Technical Support

Phil is part of the Client Technical Support team at Clook. He has a strong interest in Linux systems and website security, often researching plugin vulnerabilities and potential threats to help keep customer websites safe.

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