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wpscan: Update the vulnerability database.

wpscan

$ wpscan --update

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The wpscan --update command is used to update the WPScan tool to the latest version available.

WPScan is a command-line utility used for scanning WordPress websites for security vulnerabilities. It checks the target WordPress site for potential weaknesses, including outdated plugins or themes, weak passwords, and known vulnerabilities.

The --update flag is used to trigger the update process. By running wpscan --update, the WPScan tool will connect to the internet, check for any available updates, download and install them, ensuring that you have the latest version of the tool with the most up-to-date vulnerability database.

Regularly updating WPScan is important as it ensures that you have the latest security checks and features to effectively scan and protect your WordPress websites.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.

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