ACE Editor for WP Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/ace-editor-for-wp

Adds ACE Editor to the post content editor for syntax-highlighting and more

30 active installs v0.7.1 PHP + WP 3.4+ Updated Dec 14, 2012
admincodeeditorsyntax
85
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is ACE Editor for WP Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

ACE Editor for WP has no known CVEs and is actively maintained. It's a solid choice for most WordPress installations.

No known CVEs Updated 13yr ago
Risk Assessment

The "ace-editor-for-wp" v0.7.1 plugin demonstrates an exceptionally strong security posture based on the provided static analysis. The absence of any identifiable attack surface (AJAX handlers, REST API routes, shortcodes, cron events) significantly reduces the potential for external exploitation. Furthermore, the code analysis reveals adherence to best practices, with no dangerous functions, all SQL queries using prepared statements, and all output properly escaped. The plugin also avoids common risky operations like file operations or external HTTP requests, and importantly, it lacks the need for nonce or capability checks due to its minimal entry points.

The vulnerability history is equally impressive, with zero recorded CVEs of any severity. This indicates a consistent track record of secure development and maintenance. The combination of a near-zero attack surface, robust coding practices highlighted in the static analysis, and a clean vulnerability history paints a picture of a highly secure plugin. There are no direct risks identified in the code analysis or taint flows, and the historical data suggests a low likelihood of future critical vulnerabilities.

While the plugin's current state is excellent, the complete lack of entry points and checks might be a testament to its specific functionality, which may not require user interaction or complex integrations. The primary strength lies in its minimalistic design and the developer's apparent commitment to secure coding. The only potential area for future consideration would be if the plugin's functionality expands in later versions, at which point new entry points would need careful security vetting.

Vulnerabilities
None known

ACE Editor for WP Security Vulnerabilities

No known vulnerabilities — this is a good sign.
Code Analysis
Analyzed Mar 16, 2026

ACE Editor for WP Code Analysis

Dangerous Functions
0
Raw SQL Queries
0
0 prepared
Unescaped Output
0
0 escaped
Nonce Checks
0
Capability Checks
0
File Operations
0
External Requests
0
Bundled Libraries
0
Attack Surface

ACE Editor for WP Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 5
actionadmin_headace4wp.php:17
actionadmin_print_scripts-post.phpace4wp.php:18
actionadmin_print_scripts-post-new.phpace4wp.php:19
actionadmin_headno-visual.php:3
filteruser_can_richeditno-visual.php:7
Maintenance & Trust

ACE Editor for WP Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested3.5.2
Last updatedDec 14, 2012
PHP min version
Downloads5K

Community Trust

Rating90/100
Number of ratings2
Active installs30
Developer Profile

ACE Editor for WP Developer Profile

daxitude

2 plugins · 60 total installs

84
trust score
Avg Security Score
85/100
Avg Patch Time
30 days
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Detection Fingerprints

How We Detect ACE Editor for WP

Patterns used to identify this plugin on WordPress sites during automated security audits and web crawling.

Asset Fingerprints

Asset Paths
/wp-content/plugins/ace-editor-for-wp/ace/ace.js/wp-content/plugins/ace-editor-for-wp/aceinit.min.js
Script Paths
ace/ace.jsaceinit.min.js

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

CSS Classes
ace-activeswitch-ace
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about ACE Editor for WP