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Security Advisory

WordPress 3.6 Security Alert: 167 CVEs Found in 2024

📅 June 07, 2026 ·⏱ 5 min read ·🔒 SiteRecipe Security Team
34 websites still running wordpress 3.6  → View full list
167
Total
11
Critical
34
High
120
Medium
2
Low

WordPress 3.6, released in 2013, is now a legacy version that poses serious security risks to any website still running it. Recent security audits have uncovered 167 vulnerabilities, including 11 critical flaws that could allow attackers to take complete control of your site. If you're operating a website on this outdated platform, you're potentially exposing sensitive customer data, compromising site functionality, and risking complete system breach.

The most dangerous vulnerabilities in WordPress 3.6 include SQL injection attacks through popular plugins, arbitrary password changes, privilege escalation, and PHP object injection. These aren't theoretical threats—they're actively exploited by cybercriminals targeting legacy WordPress installations. With 34 websites still running this version, the attack surface is real and immediate.

This comprehensive guide walks you through identifying whether your site is vulnerable, understanding the specific threats you face, and taking action to secure your WordPress installation before hackers do.

What is Wordpress 3.6?

WordPress 3.6 was released in September 2013 and introduced the Media Manager, a significant improvement to how site owners handle images and multimedia content. While innovative at the time, this version is now over a decade old and no longer receives security updates from WordPress.org. Think of it like using a car from 2013—it still runs, but it lacks modern safety features that protect you from contemporary threats.

Running WordPress 3.6 today is equivalent to leaving your front door unlocked in a neighborhood where break-ins are common. The platform has evolved dramatically since 2013, with each newer version incorporating security patches and modernized code architecture. Staying on an ancient version means you're missing all the hardening work that WordPress developers have done to protect against evolving cyber threats. Major plugins and themes have also stopped supporting this version, leaving you with incompatible software and zero security maintenance.

Key Vulnerabilities in Wordpress 3.6

167 CVEs found. The most critical are explained below.

CRITICAL CVE-2022-0814 9.8/10 · CVSS v3.1 ⏱ Immediate
Ubigeo de Perú for Woocommerce - Database Attack Vulnerability

This plugin has a serious security flaw that allows attackers to directly access and manipulate your website's database without needing a password. Hackers can steal customer information, orders, and payment details through this weakness.

Impact: Attackers could steal all your customer data, order history, and potentially modify or delete critical business information. This could lead to identity theft for your customers and loss of trust in your business.

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CRITICAL CVE-2022-0867 9.8/10 · CVSS v3.1 ⏱ Immediate
Pricing Table Plugin - Database Injection Attack

The Pricing Table plugin fails to properly protect data entry points, allowing attackers to inject harmful code directly into your database. This happens through publicly accessible features that don't require a login.

Impact: Hackers can access, steal, or corrupt your pricing information and customer data. They could also modify prices, steal sensitive business information, or hijack your website.

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CRITICAL CVE-2022-1386 9.8/10 · CVSS v3.1 ⏱ Immediate
Fusion Builder/Avada Theme - Malicious Request Vulnerability

This popular theme builder doesn't properly validate form inputs, allowing attackers to trick your website into making requests to other computers. The hacker can see what information is returned and use it for further attacks.

Impact: Attackers could use your website to attack other sites, steal information from your server, or gain access to internal systems connected to your website.

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CRITICAL CVE-2024-9862 9.8/10 · CVSS v3.1 ⏱ Immediate
Miniorange OTP Plugin - Account Takeover Vulnerability

This authentication plugin has a flaw that allows anyone to change user passwords without permission. An attacker can reset admin or customer passwords and take over accounts.

Impact: Your website admin account could be taken over by attackers, giving them complete control. Customers' accounts could also be compromised, leading to fraud and loss of trust.

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CRITICAL CVE-2024-9863 9.8/10 · CVSS v3.1 ⏱ Immediate
Miniorange OTP Plugin - Unauthorized Admin Registration

This plugin automatically assigns administrator privileges to new accounts due to insecure default settings. Anyone can register and gain full admin control of your website.

Impact: Attackers can create admin accounts and gain complete control of your website, your customer data, and all business operations. This is a complete compromise of your site.

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CRITICAL CVE-2024-13786 9.8/10 · CVSS v3.1 ⏱ Immediate
Education Theme - Code Injection Vulnerability

This theme improperly handles data in a way that lets attackers inject malicious code into your website. The flaw allows attackers to execute harmful commands without needing credentials.

Impact: Attackers can inject malware, steal data, redirect visitors to malicious sites, or take complete control of your website to use it for illegal activities.

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Additional Vulnerabilities (161 more)

Showing first 10 of 161. View all on NVD ↗

CVE IDSeverityScore PublishedDescription
CVE-2025-6758 CRITICAL 9.8 2025-08-19 The Real Spaces - WordPress Properties Directory Theme theme for WordPress is vulnerable to privilege escalation via the 'imic_agent_register' function in all versions up to, and …
CVE-2025-11833 CRITICAL 9.8 2025-11-01 The Post SMTP – Complete SMTP Solution with Logs, Alerts, Backup SMTP & Mobile App plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized access of data due to a missing capability ch…
CVE-2022-36386 CRITICAL 9.1 2022-09-21 Authenticated Arbitrary Code Execution vulnerability in Soflyy Import any XML or CSV File to WordPress plugin <= 3.6.7 at WordPress.
CVE-2022-44584 CRITICAL 9.1 2022-11-18 Unauth. Arbitrary File Deletion vulnerability in WatchTowerHQ plugin <= 3.6.15 on WordPress.
CVE-2025-15484 CRITICAL 9.1 2026-04-01 The Order Notification for WooCommerce WordPress plugin before 3.6.3 overrides WooCommerce's permission checks to grant full access to all unauthenticated requests, enabling comp…
CVE-2021-34620 HIGH 8.8 2021-07-07 The WP Fluent Forms plugin < 3.6.67 for WordPress is vulnerable to Cross-Site Request Forgery leading to stored Cross-Site Scripting and limited Privilege Escalation due to a miss…
CVE-2022-1329 HIGH 8.8 2022-04-19 The Elementor Website Builder plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to unauthorized execution of several AJAX actions due to a missing capability check in the ~/core/app/modules/onbo…
CVE-2022-4290 HIGH 8.8 2023-10-20 The Cyr to Lat plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to authenticated SQL Injection via the 'ctl_sanitize_title' function in versions up to, and including, 3.5 due to insufficient es…
CVE-2024-1772 HIGH 8.8 2024-03-13 The Play.ht – Make Your Blog Posts Accessible With Text to Speech Audio plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to PHP Object Injection in all versions up to, and including, 3.6.4 via …
CVE-2024-3500 HIGH 8.8 2024-05-02 The ElementsKit Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Local File Inclusion in all versions up to, and including, 3.6.0 via the Price Menu, Hotspot, and Advanced Toggle widgets…
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Conclusion

WordPress 3.6 represents an unacceptable security risk in today's threat landscape. With 11 critical vulnerabilities actively being exploited, your website could be compromised within hours of going live on the internet. The cost of recovery from a breach—including data theft, malware removal, reputation damage, and potential legal liability—far exceeds the minimal effort required to upgrade to a modern WordPress version.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I don't update from WordPress 3.6?
Your website becomes increasingly vulnerable to automated attacks that exploit the 167 known vulnerabilities, particularly the 11 critical flaws. Attackers can inject malware, steal customer data, redirect visitors to malicious sites, or completely take over your site's administration. Insurance and compliance requirements (PCI-DSS, HIPAA, GDPR) often mandate current software versions, so you may face legal liability if a breach occurs on an outdated platform.
Will updating to a newer WordPress version break my site?
Most modern WordPress updates are backward-compatible and won't break properly-coded sites. However, very old custom code or discontinued plugins may have issues. This is exactly why backing up before updating is essential. SiteRecipe.com helps you identify compatibility problems before you update, allowing you to plan changes and avoid unexpected downtime.
Can I stay on WordPress 3.6 if I add extra security measures?
No. While security plugins provide some protection, they cannot patch the core WordPress vulnerabilities in version 3.6. Security layers are intended to supplement, not replace, current software updates. Upgrading to a supported version is the only reliable way to eliminate these critical flaws permanently.
How long does it take to update from WordPress 3.6?
The WordPress core update typically takes 5-15 minutes. However, testing and updating plugins/themes may add 30 minutes to several hours depending on your site complexity. Many hosting providers offer managed WordPress updates if you prefer professional assistance, ensuring minimal disruption to your site.
What's the difference between the 11 critical and 34 high-severity vulnerabilities?
Critical vulnerabilities (like SQL injection and privilege escalation) allow attackers to take complete control of your site with minimal effort. High-severity vulnerabilities typically require more steps to exploit but still pose serious risks. Both require immediate patching—this isn't a 'fix these first' situation; updating WordPress addresses all vulnerability tiers simultaneously.

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DISCLAIMER: This report is based on publicly available CVE data from the National Vulnerability Database (NVD) maintained by NIST. Detection of a technology version does not confirm active exploitation on any specific website. For informational purposes only. SiteRecipe is not responsible for actions taken based on this report. Always consult a qualified security professional.

Source: nvd.nist.gov · Published: June 07, 2026 · SiteRecipe.com