Is "Site Kit by Google" safe?
WordPress Plugin security and safety information.
Rating: Good (current version safe)
Recommendations
Site Kit by Google: Plugin Details
| Type: | Plugin |
| Author: | |
| URL: | https://wordpress.org/plugins/google-site-kit/ |
| Latest Version: | 1.83.0 |
Site Kit by Google: Security Information
| Insecure versions: | Up To 1.7.1 |
| Known since: | 2020-05-14 11:12:13 |
| Description: | A flaw allows any authenticated user to become a Google Search Console owner for any site running the Site Kit by Google plugin. |
Site Kit by Google: Safety Recommendations
We have rated Site Kit by Google as Good (current version safe) which means that we have found vulnerabilities in older versions.
We recommend that you only use the latest version of Site Kit by Google.
Site Kit by Google: Staying Up-to-date
Make sure your installation of Site Kit by Google is safe with the following free Jetpack services for WordPress sites:
- Updates & Management
Turn on auto-updates for Site Kit by Google or manage in bulk. - Prevent Infiltrations
Automatic protection against brute force attacks and secure sign on.
Site Kit by Google: Keeping Safe
If you're running a business, ecommerce, news, or other critical website, Jetpack also provides additional indispensable services:
- Automated Backups
Full backup of your entire site with unlimited storage space. - Restores & Migrations
Restore or migrate your site from a backup with one click. - Security Scanning
Regular, automated scans of your site for malware, threats, and hacks. - Expert Support
Fast, priority support for any WordPress security issue.
About this information
This WordPress security information is part of our security library and is brought to you by Jetpack as part of our committment to a safer WordPress experience.
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