Active installs
8K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#2372
Peak #2372
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
272.3K
Days tracked
3
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- WPScan – WordPress Security Scanner currently ranks #2372 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.16, shipped on Jan 12, 2026 (208 days ago) — release #34 since the plugin joined the directory in 2019.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | ethicalhack3r |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.16 |
| Versions released | 34 |
| Last updated | 2026-01-12 |
| Added to directory | 2019-03-02 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.4+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.5+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
WPScan WordPress Security Scanner - Scans your system for security vulnerabilities listed in the WPScan Vulnerability Database.
Frequently asked questions
Is WPScan – WordPress Security Scanner a free plugin?
Yes — WPScan – WordPress Security Scanner is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use WPScan – WordPress Security Scanner?
WordPress.org reports 8K+ active installs.
How popular is WPScan – WordPress Security Scanner?
As of August 8, 2026, WPScan – WordPress Security Scanner ranks #2372 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was WPScan – WordPress Security Scanner last updated?
WPScan – WordPress Security Scanner was last updated on January 12, 2026 (version 1.16). It has shipped 34 releases in total.
Who makes WPScan – WordPress Security Scanner?
WPScan – WordPress Security Scanner is developed by ethicalhack3r. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in March 2019.
