Free WordPress Security Scanner
A free online WordPress scanner that checks 200+ plugins, themes, and 100K+ vulnerabilities instantly with 12+ detection methods. No installation, runs right in your browser.
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200+ Plugin & Theme Detection
Advanced detection covers 70% of all WordPress sites with accurate version tracking using 12+ detection methods.
- 96% plugin version accuracy
- 99% WordPress core accuracy
- Active theme identification
- Real-time WordPress.org API
100K+ CVE Intelligence
Comprehensive vulnerability database with real-time CVE tracking and version-specific matching.
- CVSS 3.1 severity scoring
- Version-specific matching
- Exploit availability tracking
- Actionable remediation steps
Smart Security Alerts
Intelligent analysis with actionable recommendations and security patch tracking.
- Outdated component detection
- Missing security patches
- Exploit availability status
- Fix recommendations
12+ Advanced Detection Methods
Our scanner uses multiple detection techniques to ensure the highest accuracy in the industry
Generator Meta Tags
WordPress version from meta tags
Static File Analysis
Plugin/theme CSS & JS fingerprinting
Path-Based Detection
wp-content, wp-includes analysis
WordPress.org API
Real-time version validation
readme.txt Parsing
Stable tag version extraction
Theme Stylesheet Headers
Active theme version detection
Complete WordPress Security Analysis
Component Detection
- 200+ Popular Plugins: WooCommerce, Elementor, Yoast SEO, Contact Form 7, ACF, Jetpack, WPForms, Rank Math, and more
- Theme Detection: Active and installed themes with accurate version tracking
- WordPress Core: 12+ detection methods with 99% accuracy
- Metadata Enrichment: Last updated dates, active installs, popularity metrics
Vulnerability Analysis
- 100,000+ CVEs: Comprehensive vulnerability database with real-time tracking
- CVSS 3.1 Scoring: Critical, High, Medium, Low severity classification
- Version-Specific Matching: Exact version range comparisons for accuracy
- Actionable Fixes: Security patch recommendations and upgrade paths
WordPress Security Crisis 2026
WordPress powers 43% of all websites, making it the #1 target for hackers. 90% of breaches happen through vulnerable plugins and themes. Don't be a statistic.
Detects 200+ Popular WordPress Plugins
Covers 70% of all WordPress installations worldwide
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the WordPress security scanner really free?
Yes. The scanner is free to use with no signup required, and ScanTower includes a free tier so you can keep monitoring your sites at no cost.
How accurate is the plugin detection?
Our scanner achieves 96% accuracy for plugin versions and 99% for WordPress core using 12+ detection methods including WordPress.org API integration.
What vulnerabilities can it detect?
We scan against 100,000+ CVEs covering plugins, themes, and WordPress core with CVSS severity scoring.
How often is the vulnerability database updated?
Daily updates. We integrate with WordPress.org API for real-time version validation.
Do I need to install anything on my WordPress site?
No installation required! This is a fully online tool: just enter your WordPress URL in your browser and get instant results. Our scanner works externally for security and convenience.
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