In a somewhat positive development, the attackers’ exploit appears to be misconfigured, making it unlikely to deploy a payload even when targeting websites with outdated versions of the plugin. However, researchers stress the importance of applying the patch, as failed attempts can still corrupt the plugin’s configuration. The patch not only addresses the vulnerability but also enables the plugin to repair itself in case of any compromise.
It is worth noting that once hackers realize their mistake in misconfiguring the exploit, they can rectify it quickly and potentially infect websites that have not yet been patched. This further emphasizes the criticality of promptly updating the affected plugin to ensure the security and stability of WordPress websites.
