Code Explorer
code-explorer · plugin
Known security vulnerabilities for Code Explorer. Find out in seconds which version runs on your site with WP Lens.
2 known vulnerabilities
latest Feb 4, 2026
Closed on wordpress.org
Removed from the directory on Jan 29, 2026 · reason: security issue. A closed component gets no more updates; installed copies keep running and their vulnerabilities stay open. Remove it or replace it with a maintained alternative.
wordpress.org status checked on Oct 5, 2026
Vulnerabilities
- Medium 4.9
CVE-2025-15487admin≤ 1.4.6
Code Explorer <= 1.4.6 - Authenticated (Administrator+) Arbitrary File Read via 'file' Parameter
- Medium 4.9
CVE-2023-5816admin≤ 1.4.5
Code Explorer <= 1.4.5 - Authenticated (Admin+) External File Reading
The access label is read from the record's own text (e.g. “subscriber+”: subscriber and above). When the text names no role, CVSS decides between “login required” and “high privilege”; no role name is invented. “Needs a click”: the attack depends on a logged-in user following a link (CSRF, reflected XSS).