WordPress Compass Theme <= 1.1.4 is vulnerable to Sensitive Data Exposure
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CVSS 5.8Vulnerabilities like this one are used in mass-exploit campaigns. Attackers use these to attack thousands of websites at a time, regardless of traffic size or popularity. Learn more.
As immediate action, update the affected plugin. If you're unable to do so, ask your hosting provider or web developer for help.
5.8
Sensitive Data Exposure
This could allow a malicious actor to view sensitive information that is normally not available to regular users. This can be used to exploit other weaknesses in the system.
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Solutions
This security issue has a low severity impact and is unlikely to be exploited.
Remove and replace software.
This software was last updated over a year ago and will likely not receive further updates or patches. Note that deactivating the software does not remove the security threat unless mitigation rule by Patchstack is deployed.
Remove and replace theme.
This theme was last updated over one year ago and will likely not receive further updates or patches. Note that deactivating the theme does not remove the security threat unless mitigation rule by Patchstack is deployed.
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7 Aug, 2025