WPML version number disclosure scan
WPML Version Disclosure
What It Checks
This scanner verifies whether the WPML plugin discloses its version. When an attacker wants to hack into a WordPress site, they will search for all available information. The goal is to find something useful that will help them penetrate your site. Do not let them easily find any information.
Why It Matters
When an attacker wants to hack into a WordPress site, they will search for all available information. The goal is to find something useful that will help them penetrate your site. Do not let them easily find any information.
What You'll See
Good Status:
- The WPML plugin does not reveal sensitive information.
Bad Status:
- The WPML plugin displays its version in the source code of your homepage.
Warning:
- Unable to determine if WPML is disclosing its version on your homepage. But you can activate the Plugin Version Disclosure protection from the Sensitive Data module.
How to Fix
This issue can be fixed by activating the Plugin Version Disclosure protection from the Sensitive Data module. SecuPress will hide the WPML version to prevent giving too much information to attackers.