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Gauntlet Security

by Cornelius Bergen

5★ (8 ratings)  ·  Current rank #19887

Active installs
50+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#19887
Peak #19856
Downloads / day
Downloads (7d)
All-time downloads
8.5K
Days tracked
3
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data

  • Gauntlet Security currently ranks #19887 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
  • Its best position in our tracking is #19856, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
  • The latest release, v1.4.1, shipped on Jul 19, 2016 (3,672 days ago) — release #10 since the plugin joined the directory in 2014.

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Details

AuthorCornelius Bergen
Current version1.4.1
Versions released10
Last updated2016-07-19
Added to directory2014-09-13
Requires WordPress3.4+
Requires PHP
First tracked here2026-08-06
exploitHackssecuresecurityvulnerability

Description

Performs a detailed security analysis of your WordPress installation. Provides specific instructions on how to make your site more secure.

Frequently asked questions

Is Gauntlet Security a free plugin?

Yes — Gauntlet Security is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.

How many websites use Gauntlet Security?

WordPress.org reports 50+ active installs.

How popular is Gauntlet Security?

As of August 8, 2026, Gauntlet Security ranks #19887 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #19856.

When was Gauntlet Security last updated?

Gauntlet Security was last updated on July 19, 2016 (version 1.4.1). It has shipped 10 releases in total.

Who makes Gauntlet Security?

Gauntlet Security is developed by Cornelius Bergen. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in September 2014.