
Action Scheduler Security & Risk Analysis
wordpress.org/plugins/action-schedulerAction Scheduler - Job Queue for WordPress
Is Action Scheduler Safe to Use in 2026?
Generally Safe
Score 100/100Action Scheduler has no known CVEs and is actively maintained. It's a solid choice for most WordPress installations.
The Action Scheduler plugin, version 3.9.3, presents a generally strong security posture based on the provided static analysis. The absence of any recorded CVEs and the plugin's diligent use of prepared statements for SQL queries (93%) and proper output escaping (90%) are significant strengths. The limited attack surface with zero identified entry points, especially without authentication checks, is also a positive indicator. However, the presence of the `unserialize` function, even if not immediately exploitable by other factors, represents a potential risk. While taint analysis shows only one flow with unsanitized paths and no critical or high-severity issues, this still warrants caution as it could become a vector if exploited in conjunction with other weaknesses.
The vulnerability history is completely clean, indicating a mature and well-maintained codebase. This lack of past issues, combined with the overall good practices observed in the code, suggests a low probability of immediate, critical vulnerabilities. Nevertheless, the single unsanitized path in the taint analysis and the dangerous `unserialize` function are points that require ongoing vigilance. In conclusion, Action Scheduler v3.9.3 is well-secured with robust security practices. The primary concern lies in the potential, albeit unexploited, risk associated with `unserialize` and the identified unsanitized path, which should be monitored for future updates.
Key Concerns
- Dangerous function detected: unserialize
- Flow with unsanitized paths detected
Action Scheduler Security Vulnerabilities
Action Scheduler Code Analysis
Dangerous Functions Found
SQL Query Safety
Output Escaping
Data Flow Analysis
Action Scheduler Attack Surface
WordPress Hooks 86
Maintenance & Trust
Action Scheduler Maintenance & Trust
Maintenance Signals
Community Trust
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Asset Fingerprints
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