Auto Update Themes Security & Risk Analysis

wordpress.org/plugins/auto-update-themes

This plugin sets Wordpress to automatically download and install theme updates. No configuration needed, simply install the plugin and activate it.

70 active installs v0.1.3 PHP + WP 3.7+ Updated Aug 17, 2016
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85
A · Safe
CVEs total0
Unpatched0
Last CVENever
Safety Verdict

Is Auto Update Themes Safe to Use in 2026?

Generally Safe

Score 85/100

Auto Update Themes has no known CVEs and is actively maintained. It's a solid choice for most WordPress installations.

No known CVEs Updated 9yr ago
Risk Assessment

Based on the provided static analysis and vulnerability history, the "auto-update-themes" plugin v0.1.3 exhibits a remarkably strong security posture. The absence of any identified entry points, dangerous functions, or taint flows with unsanitized paths is a significant strength. Furthermore, all SQL queries are prepared, and output is properly escaped, indicating good coding practices for handling data and preventing common web vulnerabilities. The plugin's history is also clean, with no recorded CVEs, suggesting a track record of secure development.

While the plugin appears to be very secure in its current state, it's important to note that the analysis revealed zero nonces or capability checks. This is a concern, especially if any of the (currently non-existent) entry points were to be introduced or become accessible in the future. The complete lack of these fundamental WordPress security mechanisms could leave the plugin vulnerable if new attack vectors are discovered or implemented later. However, given the current state with zero entry points, the immediate risk is mitigated, but it represents a potential future weakness.

In conclusion, "auto-update-themes" v0.1.3 demonstrates excellent security by design, with no apparent vulnerabilities based on the provided data. Its strengths lie in its lack of exploitable entry points and secure data handling. The only weakness is the absence of built-in security checks like nonces and capability checks, which, while not an immediate threat given the current lack of attack surface, could become a concern if the plugin's functionality evolves.

Key Concerns

  • Missing nonce checks
  • Missing capability checks
Vulnerabilities
None known

Auto Update Themes Security Vulnerabilities

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

Auto Update Themes 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

Auto Update Themes Attack Surface

Entry Points0
Unprotected0
WordPress Hooks 1
filterauto_update_themeauto-update-themes.php:62
Maintenance & Trust

Auto Update Themes Maintenance & Trust

Maintenance Signals

WordPress version tested4.6.30
Last updatedAug 17, 2016
PHP min version
Downloads4K

Community Trust

Rating100/100
Number of ratings1
Active installs70
Developer Profile

Auto Update Themes Developer Profile

Geenyous

2 plugins · 1K total installs

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

How We Detect Auto Update Themes

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

Asset Fingerprints

Asset Paths
/wp-content/plugins/auto-update-themes/auto-update-themes.php

HTML / DOM Fingerprints

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Auto Update Themes