Security Alert: Risks Associated With the WP File Manager Plugin
Important clarification: WP File Manager is NOT a Pro Radio plugin and is not developed, distributed, or maintained by our team. It is a third-party plugin that some users install independently to edit server files from WordPress. We are publishing this alert because several hacked customer websites were recently traced back to the use of the WP File Manager plugin. Why this matters WP File Manager is a popular plugin that allows direct file editing inside WordPress. While convenient, this type of plugin creates a very sensitive attack surface because it exposes filesystem access directly through the browser. The plugin has not received updates for several months Public user reports mention security incidents File manager plugins are historically a common entry point for malware If your website is compromised, the cause is very likely unrelated to Pro Radio itself but […]
