Simple WP Vulnerability Watcher
Real-time monitoring of WordPress core, themes, and plugins for known vulnerabilities.
Maintenance 61/10052d since update
Active installs
10
Downloads
663
Reviews
2
Age
1.2y
Tagssecurityvulnerabilitiesvulnerability scannervulnerability scanplugin vulnerability
Plugin info
Total downloads: 663
Active installs: 10
Total reviews: 2
Average rating: 5
Support threads opened: 0
Support threads resolved: 0 (0%)
Available in: 1 language(s)
Contributors: 1
Last updated: 11/10/2025 (52 days ago)
Added to WordPress: 10/5/2024 (1 years old)
Minimum WordPress version: 5.0
Tested up to WordPress version: 6.8.3
Minimum PHP version: 7.4
Maintenance & Compatibility
Maintenance score
Actively maintained • Last updated 52 days ago • 2 reviews
61/100
Is Simple WP Vulnerability Watcher abandoned?
Likely maintained (last update 52 days ago).
Compatibility
Requires WordPress: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.8.3
Requires PHP: 7.4
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Description
Simple WP Vulnerability Watcher scans installed plugins, themes, and WordPress core for known vulnerabilities, providing real-time security monitoring with minimal impact on performance. It alerts you to potential risks and helps keep your site secure.
Key Features
- Automated scanning of plugins, themes, and WordPress core
- Real-time results with instant insight
- Easy-to-use interface in the WordPress admin dashboard
- Notifications and alerts for detected vulnerabilities
- Minimal performance impact
- Uses WP Vulnerability API (read-only; no data sent from your site)
- Supports donations via Ko-fi and Buy Me a Coffee
License
This plugin is distributed under the GNU General Public License v2.0 or later. See the license.txt file for details.
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to
/wp-content/plugins/simple-wp-vulnerability-watcheror install via the WordPress plugin screen - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress
- Use the Simple WP Vulnerability Watcher menu in the admin dashboard to run vulnerability checks
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I run a scan? Navigate to the plugin admin page and click “Run Check”.
- How often should I run a scan? Run scans regularly, especially after installing new plugins/themes or updates.
- Does the plugin impact site performance? No, it is lightweight and optimized for efficiency.
- Can I support plugin development? Yes, via Ko-fi or Buy Me a Coffee.
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Screenshots
Plugin admin page displaying vulnerability scan results
Changelog
1.4.0
- Tested up to WordPress 6.8.3
- Minor improvements and bug fixes
1.3.0
- Tested up to WordPress 6.8.3
- Minor improvements and bug fixes
1.2.0
- Tested up to WordPress 6.8.3
- Minor improvements and bug fixes
1.1.0
- Tested up to WordPress 6.8.3
- Minor improvements and bug fixes
1.0.0
- Initial release
- Automated scanning of installed plugins, themes, and WordPress core
- Real-time results and alerts
- Uses WP Vulnerability API (read-only)
- Lightweight and efficient
- Easy-to-use admin interface
- Supports donations via Ko-fi and Buy Me a Coffee
- Installation via WordPress plugin screen or upload