AddFunc WYSIWYG Helper Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/addfunc-wysiwyg-helper

Highlights prominent HTML elements in the WYSIWYG editor, to help Editors see what they're editing. Sort of a WYSIWYM (the M is for mean).

100 active installs v5.0 PHP + WP 3.0.1+ Updated Dec 11, 2018
element-highlightertinymcewysiwygwysiwym
85
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
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Safety Verdict

Is AddFunc WYSIWYG Helper Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

AddFunc WYSIWYG Helper has no known CVEs and is actively maintained. It's a solid choice for most WordPress installations.

No known CVEs Updated 7yr ago
Risk Assessment

Based on the static analysis and vulnerability history, the 'addfunc-wysiwyg-helper' plugin v5.0 appears to have a strong security posture. The absence of identifiable entry points like AJAX handlers, REST API routes, shortcodes, and cron events significantly limits the plugin's attack surface. Furthermore, the code analysis reveals no dangerous functions, all SQL queries utilize prepared statements, and output is properly escaped. The presence of capability checks is a positive indicator of secure coding practices.

The taint analysis shows no identified flows with unsanitized paths, indicating no readily apparent vulnerabilities related to data handling. The plugin also has no recorded vulnerabilities, including critical or high severity ones, and no history of unpatched CVEs. This suggests a well-maintained and secure codebase over time.

In conclusion, the 'addfunc-wysiwyg-helper' plugin v5.0 demonstrates excellent security practices. Its minimal attack surface, secure coding patterns for data handling and output, and lack of historical vulnerabilities make it a low-risk plugin. There are no specific security concerns to deduct points for based on the provided data.

Vulnerabilities
None known

AddFunc WYSIWYG Helper Security Vulnerabilities

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

AddFunc WYSIWYG Helper Code Analysis

Dangerous Functions
0
Raw SQL Queries
0
0 prepared
Unescaped Output
0
1 escaped
Nonce Checks
0
Capability Checks
1
File Operations
0
External Requests
0
Bundled Libraries
0

Output Escaping

100% escaped1 total outputs
Attack Surface

AddFunc WYSIWYG Helper Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 8
actioninitaddfunc-wysiwyg-helper.php:26
filtermce_cssaddfunc-wysiwyg-helper.php:43
actioninitaddfunc-wysiwyg-helper.php:53
actionload-post.phpaddfunc-wysiwyg-helper.php:125
actionshow_user_profileaddfunc-wysiwyg-helper.php:136
actionedit_user_profileaddfunc-wysiwyg-helper.php:137
actionpersonal_options_updateaddfunc-wysiwyg-helper.php:152
actionedit_user_profile_updateaddfunc-wysiwyg-helper.php:153
Maintenance & Trust

AddFunc WYSIWYG Helper Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested5.0.25
Last updatedDec 11, 2018
PHP min version
Downloads12K

Community Trust

Rating100/100
Number of ratings2
Active installs100
Developer Profile

AddFunc WYSIWYG Helper Developer Profile

AddFunc

3 plugins · 20K total installs

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

How We Detect AddFunc WYSIWYG Helper

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

Asset Fingerprints

Asset Paths
/wp-content/plugins/addfunc-wysiwyg-helper/wysiwym.css

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

Data Attributes
id="aFWYSIWYM"name="aFWYSIWYM"
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AddFunc WYSIWYG Helper