Security News > 2024 > May > Hackers exploit LiteSpeed Cache flaw to create WordPress admins
Hackers have been targeting WordPress sites with an outdated version of the LiteSpeed Cache plugin to create administrator users and gain control of the websites.
LiteSpeed Cache is advertised as a caching plugin used in over five million WordPress sites that helps speed up page loads, improve visitor experience, and boost Google Search ranking.
The ability to create admin accounts on WordPress sites gives attackers full control over the website, allowing them to modify content, install plugins, change critical settings, redirect traffic to unsafe sites, distribute malware, phishing, or steal available user data.
WordPress site admins are recommended to update plugins to the latest version, remove or disable components that are not needed, and monitor for new admin accounts being created.
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